Tanim Noor’s Eid release “Utshob” has emerged as a box office success, earning over Tk 1.14 crore within just 10 days of its theatrical run. The film, which continues to draw strong audience response, is now gearing up for international release.
The upcoming Eid-ul-Azha film “Utshob”, directed by Tanim Noor, was officially announced at a press conference on May 13 at the Gulshan Shooting Club in Dhaka. The event also introduced the film’s star-studded cast.
Actress Tasnia Farin’s debut feature film “Fatima” is set to premiere on OTT platform Bongo on April 17, confirmed director Dhrubo Hasan.
As the Bengali New Year arrives, four prominent cultural figures—Abul Hayat, Tariq Anam Khan, Fazlur Rahman Babu, and Fahmida Nabi— have shared their cherished memories of the cherished Bangladeshi festival with The Daily Star.
For the longest time, Mizanur Rahman Aryan’s drama “Boro Chele”, released eight years ago and starring Ziaul Faruq Apurba and Mehazabien Chowdhury, held the record as the most-viewed Bangladeshi drama on YouTube. The drama has garnered 54,188,000 views to date, making it a benchmark in the local entertainment scene.
Sukorno Shahed Dhiman's upcoming web series “Feu”, set against the 1979 Marichjhapi massacre, explores the intersection of politics and humanity, shedding light on the brutal treatment of refugees.
The storyline of “Makeup” is deeply intertwined with the world of cinema, he explained. “The film delves into the highs and lows of the film industry, shedding light on the lives of the people within it. It’s a story that reflects both the struggles and triumphs of those behind the glamorous world.”
The month of December typically witnesses a surge in films based on the Liberation War, but this year has been an exception. However, as the year draws to a close, a Liberation War-themed film is making its mark. “Nakshi Kathar Zamin” hits cinemas across the country today.
The day marks the release of two films in theatres nationwide—“Rong Dhong” by Ahsan Sarwar and “36-24-36” by Rezaur Rahman. After spending four years in limbo with the censor board, “Rong Dhong” is finally set to hit the screens. On the other hand, “36-24-36,” initially produced as a web-film, is now making its theatrical debut.
Today marks the release of fresh Bengali films following a hiatus of one week. This week's lineup features two movies: "Peyarar Subash" by director Nurul Alam Atique and “Trap” by Deen Islam.
The prolific actor gained widespread recognition with his performance in the television series “Pret”, written by Muhammad Zafar Iqbal. He went on to win hearts through his appearance in numerous dramas. He portrayed memorable characters in many of Humayun Ahmed's projects. He also received acclaim for his performance in the film “Guerilla”, directed by Nasir Uddin Yousuff, where he portrayed the character of martyred Freedom Fighter Altaf Mahmud.
Shakib Khan has recently travelled to the United States for the shooting of his upcoming film, "Rajkumar". Expected to hit theatres during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr, the film has already generated considerable buzz. However, it has now come to light that a three-minute fight scene in the movie has incurred an expenditure of Tk 70 lakh.
The inaugural ceremony, graced by celebrated guests including playwright Mamunur Rashid, actors and actresses Tariq Anam Khan, Bonna Mirza, Salahuddin Lavlu, and Aruna Biswas, marked the commencement of the theatrical affair. Indian artistes Anshuman Bhowmick and Sanchita Bashu added an international flavour to the event, emphasising the cross-cultural significance of the fair.
“Oshomoy” marks Kajal Arefin Ome's debut in the realm of web-films, adding a new dimension to his already impressive portfolio, which includes widely acclaimed content like "Bachelor Point" and "Hotel Relax," earning him a substantial fan following. While the director is renowned for producing predominantly commercial content, “Oshomoy” serves as a testament to his ability to surpass the expectations of his critics.
After five years, the 12th Parliamentary Election is taking place in Bangladesh today. The entire country is talking about the implications of this momentous event today. In films, telefictions, and web projects, we see political personalities portrayed by several artistes. We reached out to five celebrities who have donned such roles on-screen and asked if they were genuine politicians then what would be their foremost focus in implementing the changes.
Khalil became a household name with his representation of “Felu Miah” in thespian, playwright and actor Abdullah al Mamun’s 1971 telefiction “Sangshaptak”, where he acted alongside legendary actors like Humayun Faridi, Ferdousi Mazumder, Suborna Mustafa, Mamunur Rashid amongst others.
The Nurul Alam Atique directorial film, which was selected for the 45th Moscow International Film Festival in the competition category, had its international premiere at the festival on April 26 this year.
The movie, financed by the Bangladesh government, is built around the premise of commemorating Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s March 7 speech and was released on August 11.
The popular actor has been a part of the theatre troupe Natyakendra for almost 12 years. It's worth noting that Mosharraf Karim considers Tariq Anam Khan, the founder of Natyakendra, as his mentor. On the occasion of the actor's birthday, Tariq Anam Khan, his theatre mentor, shared some insights into Mosharraf Karim's journey and accomplishments.
