Himel Ashraf

Year-end recap: Most discussed stars, films, and soundtracks

This year, an estimated 50 Bangladeshi films have been released. Among these, only a handful have achieved commercial success. Then again, despite not performing well at the box office, other cinematic aspects like actors, actresses, and film songs have managed to remain at the centre of discussions throughout the year.

Sariful Razz, Idhika Paul to pair up for Arshad Adnan’s ‘Shaheb’

Making the announcement Arshad Adnan disclosed that “Shaheb” will be directed by emerging filmmaker Saif Chandan, with Himel Ashraf serving as the film's advisor. The film is slated for release on Eid next year.

Three Bangladeshi Eid films make their way abroad

Amidst the list of films released on Eid-ul-Fitr, the first to hit international screens is the Himel Ashraf directorial film “Rajkumar”, starring Shakib Khan. Following its domestic reception, the film has been screened in 75 theaters across the United States and Canada since April 19.

Shakib Khan and Prince Mahmud come together for ‘Borbaad’

Shakib Khan's upcoming film "Rajkumar", helmed by director Himel Ashraf, will soon unveil its second track, titled "Borbaad".

Mahiya Mahi portraying Shakib Khan’s mother!

“Rajkumar” will be released this Eid, and the filmmakers have plans to release it in the USA, the UK, Canada, and India amongst other countries later on.

'Rajkumar' unveils first look ahead of Eid premiere

Director Himel Ashraf's much-awaited film “Rajkumar” is set to hit the screens this Eid-ul-Fitr. The shooting for the film took place across various locations including Dhaka, Pabna, Sajek, India, and the United States.

‘Rajkumar’ trailer to unveil at Burj Khalifa on Shakib Khan’s birthday

Versatile Media, the production company behind the film, disclosed this information today (March 20) at a press conference for the film.

Arshad Adnan announces third film with Shakib Khan-Himel Ashraf

Director Himel Ashraf commenced shooting for the Shakib Khan starrer “Rajkumar”, after the success of “Priyotoma” — the director’s first time working with the Dhallywood star. The filming of “Rajkumar”, produced by Arshad Adnan, concluded last month. This film, which marks the trio's second collaboration, is all set for release during the upcoming Eid.

Shakib Khan returns from New York, reaches Sajek by afternoon for ‘Rajkumar’

Dhallywood's Shakib Khan has dedicated 18 consecutive weeks to filming “Rajkumar” at different sites across the United States. Following the shoot, he arrived in Dhaka from New York via an Emirates airline flight on Wednesday morning. Upon his return, he swiftly headed back to Rangamati. Shakib Khan travelled there by helicopter at 4:00pm. According to the film's director, Himel Ashraf, the filming for “Rajkumar” will conclude there within the next two days.

March 20, 2024
March 20, 2024

‘Rajkumar’ trailer to unveil at Burj Khalifa on Shakib Khan’s birthday

Versatile Media, the production company behind the film, disclosed this information today (March 20) at a press conference for the film.

March 10, 2024
March 10, 2024

Arshad Adnan announces third film with Shakib Khan-Himel Ashraf

Director Himel Ashraf commenced shooting for the Shakib Khan starrer “Rajkumar”, after the success of “Priyotoma” — the director’s first time working with the Dhallywood star. The filming of “Rajkumar”, produced by Arshad Adnan, concluded last month. This film, which marks the trio's second collaboration, is all set for release during the upcoming Eid.

February 29, 2024
February 29, 2024

Shakib Khan returns from New York, reaches Sajek by afternoon for ‘Rajkumar’

Dhallywood's Shakib Khan has dedicated 18 consecutive weeks to filming “Rajkumar” at different sites across the United States. Following the shoot, he arrived in Dhaka from New York via an Emirates airline flight on Wednesday morning. Upon his return, he swiftly headed back to Rangamati. Shakib Khan travelled there by helicopter at 4:00pm. According to the film's director, Himel Ashraf, the filming for “Rajkumar” will conclude there within the next two days.

February 5, 2024
February 5, 2024

Shakib Khan's 3-minute fight scene costs Tk 70 lakh

Shakib Khan has recently travelled to the United States for the shooting of his upcoming film, "Rajkumar". Expected to hit theatres during the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr, the film has already generated considerable buzz. However, it has now come to light that a three-minute fight scene in the movie has incurred an expenditure of Tk 70 lakh.

January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024

Shakib Khan starrer 'Rajkumar’s' title track features 300 dancers

The filming of the title song for the Himel Ashraf directorial movie “Rajkumar”, featuring Shakib Khan, commenced at BFDC today morning. Approximately 300 dance artistes are actively participating in the shooting of the film's first song.

January 5, 2024
January 5, 2024

‘Rajkumar’ and ‘Toofan’ gear up for grand-scale productions

Film director Himel Ashraf has recently stated that the shooting of superstar Shakib Khan's movie “Rajkumar” involves the most skilled technicians in the country. He further mentioned that individuals with greater expertise than those who worked on the previous film “Priyotoma”, are now part of “Rajkumar”. Therefore, the new project is expected to surpass the outcomes of “Priyotoma”.

December 23, 2023
December 23, 2023

Shakib Khan is the Tom Cruise of Bangladesh: Courtney Coffey

American actress Courtney Coffey is presently in Bangladesh, engrossed in the filming of Himel Ashraf’s “Rajkumar” alongside Shakib Khan. The production of “Rajkumar” commenced on December 21 at BFDC. During her stay in Bangladesh, Courtney had the opportunity to immerse herself in the country's exquisite beauty. 

September 12, 2023
September 12, 2023

Is Shakib Khan really charging 1 crore for a film?

Jahid Hasan from Tiger Media, the digital partner of “Priyotoma” told The Daily Star, “The amount of business we did from 20 movies in the last five years, just the songs of “Priyotoma” have surpassed on social media platforms, in terms of revenue.

September 1, 2023
September 1, 2023

President returns to theatre after four decades for 'Priyotoma'

The 22nd president of Bangladesh, Mohammed Shahabuddin, graced the Mohakhali branch of Star Cineplex, today to watch his son, Arshad Adnan’s latest production, “Priyotoma”.

August 23, 2023
August 23, 2023

'Priyotoma' success: Producer gifts expensive car worth Tk 26 lakhs to director

Notably, Himel Ashraf's debut movie "Sultana Bibiana" was produced by Arshad Adnan's production company Versatile Media.