Toofan
Shakib Khan’s ‘Dorod’ to release in 100 theatres, tickets on presale
The highly anticipated film “Dorod”, featuring Dhallywood’s leading star Shakib Khan, is scheduled to hit theatres this Friday (November 15).
Nabila returns to her root
Nabila concluded with an invitation to viewers, stating, “Tune in to our show to discover, learn, and appreciate Bangladesh’s traditional dishes in a fresh way. The programme will be available on Maasranga Television and the YouTube channels of Maasranga TV and Radhuni.”
Jisshu Sengupta to finally share screen with Shakib Khan in ‘Borbaad'
The filming of Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan’s latest movie “Borbaad” is currently underway. Under the direction of Mehdi Hasan Hridoy, the project is being shot in Mumbai, India.
‘I’m an actor first’: Fazlur Rahman Babu on balancing acting and music
Recently, the actor has been busy working across three different mediums—drama, film, and music. He is currently stationed in Shailkupa, Jhenaidah, where he is shooting a new short film titled “Nodai”, which centres around the lives of fishermen.
Urdu-dubbed ‘Toofan’ set for release in Pakistan
Now, Shakib Khan's “Toofan” is also set to be released there. However, as confirmed by the production company Alpha i, instead of Bengali, the film will be dubbed in Urdu for its Pakistani audience.
‘We should coexist peacefully’: Shakib Khan on relations with India
In a recent media interview, Shakib faced tough questions about the delicate relationship between India and Bangladesh and offered his perspective on the matter.
Shakib Khan’s South Indian hero-inspired look turns heads online
After staying out of the public eye for nearly two months, Shakib Khan re-emerged in Dhaka, flaunting a bold new look that could easily be interpreted as being synonymous wih that of a South Indian film hero.
Cinema halls turn to old films to stay afloat as new releases stall
The film industry continues to face significant challenges as most cinemas remain closed, and the few that have reopened are struggling due to a lack of new releases. Filmmakers are hesitant to debut their projects in this climate, forcing theatre owners to rely on screening older films.
Star Cineplex unveils limited-time BOGO ticket deal
Star Cineplex, the country's first-ever multiplex, makes it a point to roll out freshly minted promotions for its audience. Their new offer allows audiences to grab a free ticket with every purchase, making the movie experience even more compelling.
Uncertainty looms over multiplex reopening amid ongoing unrest
Due to the ongoing unrest over the quota reform movement, the country's cinemas are facing significant difficulties. Even five weeks into Eid, last week's audience interest in movies was noticeable. Weekend crowds were also evident. Those involved in the film industry were hopeful about the future. However, the sudden instability in the country has concerned cinema hall authorities. Although some single-screen cinemas have reopened today, the audience turnout is not the same as before. The multiplexes, however, remain uncertain about their reopening.
Hall owners face huge losses, look to recoup with ‘Toofan’
The Raihan Rafi directorial was expected to run for the foreseeable future before the quota reform protests started. According to the producers, the film earned around Tk 25 crore, a rare feat for a Bangladeshi film. Even though some people did go see the film at the start of the movement, cinema halls had to close down after nationwide violence started, claiming the lives of many involved.
Runa Laila applauds Kona's performance in 'Dushtu Kokil'
Runa Laila, the legendary icon of the subcontinent, shares a strong connection with contemporary artistes. Recently, this renowned artiste praised the song "Dushtu Kokil," sung by National Film Award-winning singer Kona.
‘Laage Ura Dhura’ controversy: Lyricist speaks out
Lyricist Shorif Uddin has expressed his frustration, stating that the song, which he had given to Pritom Hasan two years ago for a personal project, was used in the film without his consent. Additionally, another lyricist was added to the credits without his permission.
Mimi Chakraborty agreed to star in ‘Toofan’ for ‘Lage Ura Dhura’
The song "Laage Ura Dhura", directed by Raihan Rafi and starring Shakib Khan and Mimi Chakraborty, has achieved significant success, currently trending at number four on the YouTube Charts Global Weekly Top Songs.
‘Laage Ura Dhura’ ranks fourth on YouTube's Top 100 chart
The movie stars Shakib Khan alongside India's Mimi Chakraborty and Bangladesh's Nabila, with significant roles played by Chanchal Chowdhury, Fazlur Rahman Babu, Gazi Rakayet, Salauddin Lavlu, and Gausul Alam Shaon.
'Toofan' recovered its investment in Bangladesh within days, unlike Bollywood films: Raihan Rafi
"Toofan", which broke box office records in Bangladesh, has now been released in India. Rafi emphasised that the film was crafted with a straightforward narrative to resonate with the majority of Bengali viewers — describing it as having a blend of popular elements akin to films like "KGF" and "Pushpa".
I’m happy to be ruling over the hearts of Bangalis: Shakib Khan
Shakib Khan’s “Toofan” was released in 47 theatres, including South City, Star Theater, and Lake Mall in Kolkata, on July 5.
West Bengal stars wish ‘Toofan’ the best amid its release in Kolkata
Since its release in Bangladesh, the Shakib Khan starrer film “Toofan” is now creating quite a stir in West Bengal. The excitement was palpable at Thursday night's press conference, where it became evident that the people of West Bengal are keenly interested in the blockbuster.
'Toofan' breaks new ground in Sydney theatres
Raihan Rafi's latest film, “Toofan”, starring Dhallywood’s megastar Shakib Khan, has been creating a buzz in Sydney, Australia. From the first day onward, every showing of the movie played to a full house.