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Eid film stars hit cinemas to promote festive releases

Eid film stars hit cinemas to promote festive releases

30 May 2026, 13:48 PM
Actors and filmmakers behind this year's Eid-ul-Azha releases are visiting cinemas across the country to promote their films and engage with audiences.
30 May 2026, 13:48 PM
8 films release today across 181 cinema halls nationwide

8 films release today across 181 cinema halls nationwide

28 May 2026, 12:27 PM
Some of the films are showing in both single-screen and multiplex halls. Others are multiplex-only.
28 May 2026, 12:27 PM
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10 films announced, how many will actually hit theatres this Eid?

24 May 2026, 20:47 PM
However, only a handful of the films have visible promotional campaigns so far. Whether all of them will ultimately make it to cinemas remains to be seen. Several teasers, songs and trailers have already been unveiled, building anticipation around the Eid line-up.
24 May 2026, 20:47 PM
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Singers making their way to the screen

6 May 2026, 11:00 AM
The transition from music to acting is hardly unusual. Many vocalists have made guest appearances in dramas and films over the years, including Azam Khan, Bappa Mazumder, Samina Chowdhury, Fahmida Nabi, Kona, Salma, Mila, and others. Most of them have appeared as guest artistes, adding a different dimension to their creative journeys.
6 May 2026, 11:00 AM
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‘Eta Amaderi Golpo’: What’s driving its widespread popularity?

5 May 2026, 10:59 AM
The journey of winning hearts will come to an end with its 52nd episode. The final episode will premiere on May 8 at 3:00pm on the Cinemawala YouTube channel, with a special extended runtime of 92 minutes as a gift for viewers.
5 May 2026, 10:59 AM
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Eid-ul-Azha film lineup shapes up with major releases

23 April 2026, 11:27 AM
Following Eid-ul-Fitr, when five films—“Bonolota Express”, “Domm”, “Prince”, “Pressure Cooker”, and “Rakkhosh”—were released, focus has now shifted to the next major holiday window. Among them, “Bonolota Express” is still holding the top position, while others recorded moderate commercial returns and some overseas response.
23 April 2026, 11:27 AM
‘Bonolota Express’ leads Eid box office in fourth week

‘Bonolota Express’ leads Eid box office in fourth week

13 April 2026, 12:23 PM
Five films released this Eid-ul-Azha have entered their fourth week in theatres, with Bonolota Express emerging as the top earner among multiplex audiences. The figures are based on ticket sales from multiplex chains across Bangladesh and do not include overseas earnings.
13 April 2026, 12:23 PM
‘Unmatched’: Eminent Bangladeshi artistes reminisce Asha Bhosle

‘Unmatched’: Eminent Bangladeshi artistes reminisce Asha Bhosle

12 April 2026, 19:54 PM
Asha Bhosle (1933-2026) was a legend not only in the context of South Asia, but the entire musical world feels her absence.
12 April 2026, 19:54 PM
priyotoma will change the course of bangla cinema: Shakib Khan

'Priyotoma' will change the course of Bangla Cinema: Shakib Khan

"Leader Amie Bangladesh" gave something completely different to the audience, which "Priyotoma" will follow up to.
29 June 2023, 08:24 AM
Looks from upcoming Eid films that captivated audiences

Looks from upcoming Eid films that captivated audiences

As there’s a couple of days remaining till Eid, the productions houses of Eid releases are now all busy with their film’s promotional works. Even the stars are giving their all, promoting their films via appearing in promotional events and on social media.
27 June 2023, 12:32 PM
Why Siam Ahmed doesn’t let his father attend the cattle fair

Why Siam Ahmed doesn’t let his father attend the cattle fair

Siam Ahmed etched his place in the hearts of audiences with movies including “Poramon-2” and “Mridha Bonam Mridha”. The actor is currently awaiting the release of his cyber-crime thriller movie, “Antarjal.”
27 June 2023, 11:42 AM
Dhallywood actresses’ facing off this Eid

Dhallywood actresses facing off this Eid

This Eid, we will get to witness several gorgeous actresses competing for the hearts of the public with their films. Apu Biswas, Shobnom Bubly, Tama Mirza, Idhika Paul, and Bidya Sinha Mim are some of the noteworthy actresses vying for the pedestal. Moreover, Bubly is likely to have three releases this Eid. Let us take a lot at some of the releases of the actors.
20 June 2023, 11:09 AM
Mahfuz, Bubly chat about ‘Prohelika’ on a sunny afternoon

Mahfuz, Bubly chat about ‘Prohelika’ on a sunny afternoon

Mahfuz Ahmed and Shobnom Bubly starrer “Prohelika” will be released this Eid. Before the film’s release, they have been participating in various promotion campaigns. On Friday, the team of “Prohelika” met at a restaurant for a similar reason.
2 June 2023, 12:56 PM
Kumar Bishwajit asks fans to pray for his son

Kumar Bishwajit asks fans to pray for his son

The evergreen singer has been singing since the 1980s. Many of his songs have become timeless to Bengalis. Some of his timeless hits include, “Tumi Roj Bikele”, “Jekhane Shimanto Tomar”, and “Putuler Moto Kore”, amongst many others.
1 June 2023, 07:37 AM
I am always in love, if one ‘love’ ends, I find another: Adhora Khan

I am always in love, if one ‘love’ ends, I find another: Adhora Khan

Dhallywood actress Adhora Khan is famous for her bold avatar and her fierce fashion sense. She is trying to cement her position in Dhalywood, with her unique roles in several movies. Currently, she is awaiting the release of her film “Sultanpur” which is directed by Saikat Nasir.
29 May 2023, 10:29 AM
'I am who I am, because of my fans'

'I am who I am, because of my fans'

Shakib Khan on 24 years in the showbiz
28 May 2023, 06:05 AM
‘Pathaan’ earns BDT 65 lakh on second week

‘Pathaan’ earns BDT 65 lakh on second week

After a successful second week, “Pathaan" is now being screened in 40 halls, with 175 shows per day in the third week. Tracing back the Hindi film’s journey till now, it did not gain much response on single-screens. However, it is doing well in multiplexes.
26 May 2023, 06:52 AM
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'Pathaan': Multiplex magic, single-screen struggles

The much-anticipated Bollywood film "Pathaan" is experiencing a significant increase in the number of theaters screening the movie, as it enters its second week. The movie now set to run in 43 theaters starting Friday.
18 May 2023, 10:34 AM
BFDC pay their final respects to Farooque

BFDC pay their final respects to Farooque

The actor was brought to the BFDC premises today at 1 pm, where he was swarmed by admirers and well-wishers.
16 May 2023, 11:24 AM
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Farooque returns to Bangladesh after 803 days

Legendary actor, Freedom Fighter and Member of Parliament, Farooque has finally returned to his beloved country after 803 days. Sadly, prior to his return, he was engaged in a prolonged battle with an illness that began on March 4, 2021, which ultimately led to his untimely demise.
16 May 2023, 05:40 AM
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The untold tale of Farooque and Razzak

Legendary actor, Freedom Fighter and Member of Parliament, Akbar Hossain Pathan (Farooque) passed away earlier today.
15 May 2023, 09:59 AM
New Bangla films on the horizon

New Bangla films on the horizon

Films like “Leader Amie Bangladesh'', "Jinn","Local",”Kill Him” have kept the stream of audiences flowing to the theatres even now. A similar outcome is hoped to be seen for the upcoming films during the next Eid as well.
12 May 2023, 03:30 AM
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We forget our legends very easily: Subir Nandi’s daughter

Today marks the fourth death anniversary of eminent singer Subir Nandi. With his melodic and melancholic songs on radio, television, and in movies, the National Film Award-winning singer captured the hearts of millions of people.
7 May 2023, 11:58 AM
Shakib Khan’s ‘Leader’ going strong after 10 days of release

Shakib Khan’s ‘Leader’ going strong after 10 days of release

The Shakib Khan and Bubly starrer, “Leader Amie Bangladesh” has been performing well in Madhumita Cinema Hall, even 10 days after its release. The 6 pm screenings of the film even went houseful on Monday. 
2 May 2023, 06:27 AM
Why Puja went barefoot for ‘Jinn’

Why Puja went barefoot for ‘Jinn’

This Eid, Puja Chery starrer film “Jinn” released across the country. The Nader Chowdhury directorial horror film is receiving quite a good response in multiplexes. In fact, on the second week of its release, the film has increased shows in halls.
29 April 2023, 12:24 PM
The potential of ‘Paap’ and how it actually fared this Eid

The potential of ‘Paap’ and how it actually fared this Eid

The crime-thriller was different from the rest of the Eid releases this year, and had the potential to be the biggest hit from this Eid.
29 April 2023, 11:41 AM
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The state of Eid cinemas

Unlike the previous Eid, this one was quite special for the Bangladeshi film industry, as a total of eight films were released in theaters. The movies released were: "Leader Amie Bangladesh", "Jinn", "Kill Him", "Paap", "Shotru", "Prem Pritir Bandhan" and "Adam".
25 April 2023, 10:56 AM
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I'm in love, but don't know when I will get married: Bobby

The Bobby Haque starrer film, “Paap” is all set for release during Eid. Directed by Saikat Nasir, the film will see Bobby take on the role of a DB police officer.
19 April 2023, 14:03 PM

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