Eid drama “Ghran” has emerged as a surprise hit, crossing 7.2 million views on YouTube within just two weeks of its release. Currently trending at number 20, the Masrikul Alam-directed drama has sparked emotional responses from viewers, many of whom praised its heartfelt portrayal of a son’s search for his mother’s forgotten birthday.
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.
This Eid-ul-Fitr, Ziaul Faruq Apurba and Naznin Nahar Niha are reuniting as a duo in a new drama titled “Meghbalika”, written and directed by Jakaria Showkhin. Previously, the duo was first seen together in the drama “Mon Duari”.
Ziaul Faruq Apurba is currently basking on immense appreciation and admiration from audiences for two of his standout projects—the Indian film “Chaalchitro” and the Valentine’s Day special “Mon Duari”.
Amid a prolonged dry spell for Bangladesh’s television drama industry, "Mon Duari" has arrived as a much-needed surprise. Released under the banner of CMV for Valentine’s Day, the one-hour-thirty-minute production has garnered over 12 million views on YouTube in just six days, defying the industry’s half-year "view drought" and topping YouTube's trending charts.
For the first time, Ziaul Faruq Apurba and Naznin Nahar Niha have teamed up in the drama “Mon Duari”. Directed by Jakaria Showkhin, the drama premiered yesterday evening on CMV’s YouTube channel.
Young actor Shahbaz Sunny has passed away. The news was confirmed by actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba through a Facebook post this morning.
Actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba and rising star Naznin Nahar Niha teamed up for the first time for a drama. Directed by Jakaria Showkhin and co-written by Showkhin and Nasir Khan, the project is titled “Mon-Duari”. The project was filmed over 13 days in locations including Dhaka, Nawabganj, and Rajshahi.
The much-anticipated film “Chaalchitro”, which initially released in theatres on December 20, marked Ziaul Faruq Apurba’s debut in Kolkata’s film industry and received widespread acclaim from audiences and critics alike. Hoichoi has now officially announced that the film is set to release on their OTT platform on February 7.
Several movies, songs, and OTT content have hit the screens and digital platforms during Eid ul-Azha, garnering significant attention and applause from audiences. Among them, the spotlight has prominently shone on the movie "Toofan", directed by Raihan Rafi.
Fathers play a great role in a child’s life. They are the shadow, guide, and often the most reliable friend one can have. Commemorating International Father’s Day today, stars who have lost their father have expressed feelings that remain untold, and what they would say if they got another chance.
Even though “Golam Mamun” is a spin-off series, Shihab Shaheen uses it to reflect our current socio-political realities through fiction and brief dialogues, highlighting numerous inconsistencies in our surroundings. However, we should question his portrayal of everything under an invisible shadow, or ‘Hukumat’. This ‘invisible’ aspect implants a spectral reality in our minds, which eventually seems insurmountable. The ruling apparatus takes full advantage of this, becoming more active in masking their failures.
This touching tribute was shared by Mehazabien herself on her official Facebook account on Thursday.
While there were few noteworthy offerings last Eid-ul-Fitr for OTT, this upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, platforms have arranged for a lineup of web-series and films that are sure to entertain.
On the heels of the success of “Buker Moddhye Agun”, Hoichoi has introduced its spin-off series, “Golam Mamun”. This new series centers on ACP Golam Mamun (played by Ziaul Faruq Apurba), delving into a gripping murder mystery that entangles his name.
Popular star Ziaul Faruq Apurba's spin-off series “Golam Mamun” is awaiting release. However, while shooting the action scenes of this series, he recently suffered serious injuries to his hand and back.
The one-minute nine-second teaser hints at Mamun's involvement in a major investigation, potentially marking a turning point in his career. As he prepares himself for the challenge, an event from Mamun's past resurfaces, complicating matters.
Apurba starrer Eid Special drama "Moner Kolahol", directed by Rubel Hasan, is set to premiere on Banglavision today morning. He will be sharing the screen with Sabila Nur in this eagerly-anticipated project. Yet, amidst the glitz and glamour, Eid holds a poignant significance for Apurba, evoking memories of a cherished past and a profound sense of loss. In an intimate conversation with The Daily Star, Apurba opens up about his bittersweet Eid experiences, reflecting on the joyous celebrations of his youth and the enduring nostalgia that accompanies them.
The television drama industry has been buzzing for the past two days, with much discussion surrounding popular actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba and Alpha i Managing Director Shahriar Shakil, who found themselves in the limelight due to a misunderstanding. During this period, artistes were actively showing their support for Apurba on social media. Notably, producers, cameramen, makeup artistes, and others also rallied behind him.
