From psychological dramas to social commentaries, these films have pushed boundaries and redefined contemporary Bengali filmmaking.
After travelling the international festival circuit, two acclaimed films — “Fereshteh” and “Barir Naam Shahana” — are finally being released for audiences in Bangladesh. Starting today, both titles will screen across local theatres. Alongside these, Japanese anime blockbuster “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle” has also been showing since Tuesday (September 16) at Star Cineplex.
After travelling the international festival circuit, Jaya Ahsan–starrer “Fereshteh” is finally set for a Bangladesh release. The Bangladesh–Iran joint production will hit all local cineplexes on September 19, following a three–year wait.
Actress Jaya Ahsan, who has already made a significant mark on India’s OTT platforms, is now set to venture into Bangladeshi web series with her debut project, “Jimmi.”
The 22nd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) officially kicks off today, featuring a lineup of around 250 films from 74 countries, including Bangladesh. The festival, spanning nine days from January 20 to January 28, will showcase 71 films from Bangladesh. Notably, the films “Mujib: The Making of a Nation” and “Fereshteh” will be available for viewing at the festival free of charge.
