Dhallywood abuzz with films vying for festive spotlight

Eid-ul-Fitr is approaching in three months. While the anticipated date for Eid-ul-Fitr falls in the second week of April, there is currently significant discourse surrounding the movie releases during this period. Numerous production companies have already disclosed the potential titles of their films, with about half a dozen movies in consideration. Titles such as “Rajkumar”, “Omar”, “Esha Murder”, “Jamdani” and “Netri The Leader” are prominently featured in this lineup.

Industry insiders suggest that some filmmakers might reconsider their movie releases at the last moment. However, there are also reports indicating that the film releases will proceed smoothly if the expected theatres are secured. Filmmakers are mindful of the Eid festival and emphasise their commitment not to forgo the opportunity to release films during such a significant celebration.

Eid festival is synonymous with Shakib Khan’s movies. In the past, this star even had five films released on a single Eid. Examining the Eid booking data over the last decade reveals that Shakib Khan’s movies have held a predominant presence, with 80 percent of cinema halls showcasing his films during this festive period.

There is growing concern among many about whether the situation will mirror the past, as discussions surrounding Eid movies intensify in Dhallywood. Concurrently, Shakib Khan is actively engaged in the shooting of his Eid movie. Commencing at the end of December, the star began filming for the movie “Rajkumar” in the Pabna district. Director Himel Ashraf reported that the initial shooting phase spanned 10 days, with plans to continue in Hyderabad, India, followed by the third segment in the United States. The production company, Versatile Media, aims to complete filming by February.

The poster for the movie “Omar” was unveiled on the final day of the year, sparking widespread discussions since then. Sariful Razz takes on the lead role in this film, supported by a cast including Fazlur Rahman Babu, Shahiduzzaman Selim, Nasir Uddin Khan, and others. The movie is vying for a release on Eid, with the entire shooting process completed within 25 days. Dubbing has been concluded, and the remaining post-shoot tasks are underway in India. Mostafa Kamal Raz, the film’s director, expressed, “All aspects of our film are nearing completion, and we are ready for a theatrical release. I plan to initiate promotional activities at the end of February, although there is always pressure associated with Eid movie releases. We’ve been planning a movie for Eid for quite some time, taking into consideration these factors.”

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