2026 films to look forward to

A new year has begun. In the past year, a total of 46 Dhallywood films were released, of which only a handful managed to achieve commercial success. Audience turnout was largely concentrated around Eid releases, while a few other films earned appreciation from viewers and critics alike.

Several Dhallywood films are now lined up for release in 2026. Some have already gone into production, a few are nearing completion, while others have wrapped up preparations and are awaiting shooting. Here is a look at twelve Dhallywood films expected to hit theatres in the new year.

Soldier

Top Dhallywood star Shakib Khan will be seen in "Soldier", directed by Shakeeb Fahad. The film also stars Tariq Anam Khan, Tauquir Ahmed, Tanjin Tisha and Jannatul Ferdous Oishee, among others. Built around themes of patriotism, action and human emotion, the film is currently in the final stages of shooting.

Prince

Another Shakib Khan starrer, "Prince", is yet to begin shooting. Tasnia Farin has been finalised as the female lead, while Indian actress Jyotirmoyee Kundu will also appear in the film. Directed by Abu Hayat Mahmud and produced by Shirin Sultana under the banner of Creative Land Films, the action-driven film is expected to be released on Eid-ul-Fitr.

Domm

Directed by Redoan Rony, "Domm" is slated for release on Eid-ul-Azha. The film stars Afran Nisho, Puja Chery and Chanchal Chowdhury. Parts of the film have already been shot in Kazakhstan, with the remaining portions currently being filmed in Bangladesh. It is being produced by SVF Alpha-i Entertainment.

Bonolota Express

Tanim Noor's "Bonlota Express" is scheduled for an Eid-ul-Fitr release. The cast includes Chanchal Chowdhury, Mosharraf Karim, Sabila Nur, Sariful Razz and Azmeri Haque Badhan, among others.

Malik

Arifin Shuvoo headlines "Malik", directed by Saif Chandan, with Bidya Sinha Mim starring opposite him. The pair previously worked together in "Taarkata" and "Shapludu". The film is being made with an Eid-ul-Fitr release in mind.

Rakkhosh

Siam Ahmed stars in "Rakkhosh", directed by Mehedi Hasan Hridoy, opposite Indian actress Susmita Chatterjee. The film's first-look poster has already been released, and shooting is currently underway. Produced by Shehrin Akter Sumi, the film is expected to be released on one of this year's Eids.

Roid

Mezbaur Rahman Sumon's "Roid" released its trailer on December 16 last year. The film will have its international premiere at the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) in February, before being released in local theatres. The cast includes Nazifa Tushi, Mostafizur Noor Imran, Gazi Rakayet and Ashabul Yamin Riyadh.

Bonolata Sen

Directed by Masud Hasan Ujjal, "Bonolata Sen" is slated for release on Eid-ul-Fitr. Masuma Rahman Nabila plays the titular role, while Khairul Basar portrays poet Jibanananda Das. The government-grant film also stars Sohel Mondol, Naziba Basher, Priyonti Urbi, Ruponti Akeed and Sharif Siraj, among others.

Pinik

"Pinik" marks the third collaboration between Shobnom Bubly and Ador Azad. Directed by Zahid Jewel, the film also features Ali Raj, Fazlur Rahman Babu, Jayita Mahalanobish, Azad Abul Kalam, Momena Chowdhury, Masum Bashar, Samu Chowdhury, Sharif Siraj, AK Azad Setu, Nazneen Shabnam and Nafis Ahmed Bindu. It is being produced by Euro Bangla Entertainment, with Shimul Khan as co-producer.

Tribunal

Directed by Raihan Khan, "Tribunal" is inspired by a widely discussed incident from 2011, when a woman was killed after being set on fire with kerosene in Chattogram. The cast includes Mousumi Hamid, Tania Brishty, Ador Azad, Nusraat Faria, Tariq Anam Khan, Saira Akther Jahan, Rakib Hossain Evon, Milon Bhattacharya, Shahed Ali, Ashok Bepari, Saberi Alam and Upoma, among others.

Rong Bazar

Rashid Palash's "Rong Bazar" stars Peya Janatul, Mousumi Hamid and Tanzika Amin. The film is expected to be released on Eid-ul-Fitr.

 Biday

"Biday", starring Bapparaj and Prarthana Fardin Dighi, is directed by Mehedi Hasan Hridoy. The film has completed shooting and is set for release later this year.

With a mix of commercial ventures, festival-bound projects and socially driven narratives, 2026 is shaping up to be a busy year for Dhallywood.