Siam Ahmed and Nazifa Tushi to star in Shankha Dasgupta’s new film

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Director Shankha Dasgupta is set to return to cinemas this coming Eid-ul-Fitr with his new film “Abar Dekha Hole”, starring Siam Ahmed and Nazifa Tushi. The film marks the first…

Director Shankha Dasgupta is set to return to cinemas this coming Eid-ul-Fitr with his new film “Abar Dekha Hole”, starring Siam Ahmed and Nazifa Tushi. The film marks the first on-screen pairing of the two actors, whose fresh chemistry is expected to be one of its major attractions.

The film also boasts a star-studded ensemble cast, featuring National Film Award-winning actor Chanchal Chowdhury in a significant role. Deepa Khandakar, Azizul Hakim, Bijori Barkatullah and Rezwan Pervez will also appear in the project.

“Abar Dekha Hole” marks the director’s second feature film made for theatrical release. He previously directed “Priyo Maloti” for the big screen, while his OTT film “Cha Gorom” received widespread acclaim. According to the director, his upcoming venture belongs to the drama genre and is designed to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages, making it a family-friendly theatrical experience.

Presented by Singer and Beko, the film is being produced by production house Filmy Features. Popular OTT platform Chorki has joined the project as co-producer and official digital partner, in association with MIB Studios.

Speaking about the film, Dasgupta said, “The story revolves around the middle class of society. The film explores emotions, family values and relationships, alongside the conflicts and drama of everyday life. However, I don't want audiences to assume that it will be an overly serious film. There is plenty of humour woven around its central emotions. It also features several popular actors, whose performances are among the story's biggest strengths.”

Elaborating on the narrative, the director described “Abar Dekha Hole” as a story about rediscovering oneself and reconnecting with the past.

“At its core, this is a story about rediscovering oneself. There is so much to explore within this journey that it is difficult to explain everything one by one. Perhaps the easiest way to understand it is to think about your own life.

The film explores themes of rediscovering…

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