Ending weeks of speculation, director Shankha Dasgupta has officially announced his upcoming theatrical film Abar Dekha Hole, starring Siam Ahmed, Nazifa Tushi, and Chanchal Chowdhury, which is slated for release next Eid-ul-Fitr.
Built around themes of nostalgia, memory, and self-discovery, the film is written by Md Saifullah Riyad. OTT platform Chorki has joined the project as co-producer and official digital partner alongside associate partner MIB Studios.
This marks Shankha Dasgupta’s second feature film for theatres following Priyo Maloti, while his OTT project Cha Gorom previously earned audience acclaim. Although categorized as a drama, the director noted that the film is designed to be enjoyed together by audiences of all ages.
Speaking about the storyline, Dasgupta said the narrative centres on middle-class society, weaving together emotion, family values, real-life conflicts, and drama. He added that viewers should not mistake it for an overly sombre film, noting that it carries plenty of humour alongside strong performances from a beloved ensemble cast.
Chorki Chief Executive Officer Redoan Rony expressed excitement over the collaboration, stating that Abar Dekha Hole is a story of family and self-reflection that will offer memorable moments for cinema-goers.
Alongside Siam Ahmed and Nazifa Tushi, the cast features National Film Award-winning actor Chanchal Chowdhury, Dipa Khondokar, Azizul Hakim, Bijori Barkatullah, and Rezwan Parvez.
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