“Will visit Padma Bridge with family”: Shajal

Eid is a joyous occasion unlike any other. Twice a year (usually) people finally get a short vacation where their families can be their main focus. Many travel hundreds of miles to return to their village, others get the opportunity to just stay at home and cherish the special moments with their families. 

Just like all of us, the stars and celebrities of the Bangladeshi entertainment industry also get to take some time off during this holy occasion. They get to take off their artistes' caps and finally relax with their loved ones, while possibly enjoying performances and projects from their industry peers. This Eid-ul-Adha, The Daily Star caught up with Shajal to learn how the actor will be spending his Eid.

"I will be celebrating Eid in Dhaka along with my mother and father. On the day of Eid-ul-Adha we are usually busy with tasks related to the sacrifice. This year, I will be busy handling the qurbani as well." 

"My grandfather's house is in Puran Dhaka and I usually spend at least one day of my Eid holiday there. I will make sure that I don't miss out on visiting my grandfather's house this year. Even though I am not planning to go outside of Dhaka for Eid, I do want to take some of my family members to go and see the wonderful Padma Bridge. I hope that the memory of this bridge is forever stamped in my heart and mind. Lastly, I am really looking forward to eating my favourite dishes cooked by my mother's hands."