Zahid Akbar

With 2027 on the horizon, several major Dhallywood films have already been announced, with a number of star-led productions being prepared particularly for Eid releases. However, most of the projects are still at the announcement or early production stage, while only a handful have tentative release dates. Their eventual release schedules may change depending on production, censorship clearance, theatre availability and the timing of Eid.

Recently, National Film Award-winning filmmaker Tanvir Mokammel questioned on social media the removal of his acclaimed films “Lalsalu” and “Chitra Nodir Pare” from Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ in-flight entertainment catalogue. Both films had been available to passengers for several years.

Khurshid Alam, however, remains a familiar voice. His songs continue to reach listeners across generations, retaining a freshness that time has failed to diminish. In an ever-changing musical landscape, his voice has remained remarkably enduring.

Today marks the birth anniversary of the modern, romantic and stylish hero. Born in Dhaka on September 25, 1950, Zafar Iqbal passed away on January 8, 1992, at the age of just 41.

She does not merely act out Meghna’s breakdown; she makes the audience feel it from within. These moments particularly highlight Jaya’s strength as an actor. Through her performance, Jaya Ahsan draws the audience into Meghna’s world.

Whenever Salman and Shabnur appeared together in a song, their chemistry made it feel as though they were not simply acting—they were genuinely in love.

Among the posters on display were those of “Alor Michil”, “Jibon Theke Neya”, “Epar Opar”, “Aguner Alo”, “Nawab Sirajuddaulah”, “Ekhoni Shomoy”, “Chandni”, and “Chetana”. Other posters included Shakib Khan-starrer “Priyotoma”, directed by Himel Ashraf, “Rajkumar” and “Chuye Dile Mon”, starring Arifin Shuvoo and directed by Shihab Shaheen.

Today marks the 150th birth anniversary of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay. For nearly a century, his stories and characters have influenced cinema across the Indian subcontinent. He was born on this day in 1876.