Eid OTT Boom: Bangladeshi Streaming Platforms Unveil Films, Series and Music Specials
A major lineup of new films, web films, series, and music releases has arrived across Bangladesh’s OTT platforms ahead of Eid-ul-Adha. From romance, mystery, thriller, and action to folk-fusion music, audiences are getting a diverse range of entertainment content this festive season. YouTube channels have also become highly active with special Eid productions.
Marking the occasion, Bangladeshi streaming platform Bongo unveiled its original web film Tajmahal through a grand premiere held on May 24, Sunday, at Jamuna Future Park’s Blockbuster Cinemas.
Expressing excitement about the project, Bongo’s Chief of Content Mushfiqur Rahman said Tajmahal is not just a story, but an emotional portrayal of sacrifice and human connection.
Director Wahid Anam, who returned to directing after a long break, said they had created a love story that transcends geographical and social boundaries.
Speaking about her first work on a Bangladeshi OTT platform, actress Sreeja Dutta said Tajmahal portrays an emotional relationship between two people from both sides of Bengal. The web film stars Faizul Yamin and Sreeja Dutta in lead roles.
Meanwhile, the much-discussed film Nakfuler Kabya, whose release had earlier been announced, has now been postponed. However, director and producer Muhammad Mostafa Kamal Raj is bringing several Eid special productions through the CinemaWala YouTube channel, including single-episode dramas and a special series.
Among the key attractions is a seven-episode Qurbani special edition of the popular drama series Dena Paona.
OTT Releases Drawing Attention This Eid
The widely discussed Eid-ul-Fitr release Bonolota Express is now streaming on Hoichoi. Directed by Tanim Noor, the film is based on a novel by Humayun Ahmed and stars Mosharraf Karim, Chanchal Chowdhury, Shariful Raj, and Sabila Nur.
The critically acclaimed theatrical release Dom is now available on Chorki. Directed by Redoan Rony, the film features Afran Nisho, Chanchal Chowdhury, and Puja Cherry.
During the Eid holidays, audiences will also be able to watch Prince, starring Shakib Khan, on Utsob. The film is directed by Abu Hayat Mahmud and also stars Tasnia Farin and Jyotirmoyee Kundu.
The romantic action thriller Rakshas features Siam Ahmed and Susmita Chatterjee in lead roles.
Meanwhile, Sharar Songsar has been released on iScreen. Directed by Aka Reza Galib, the production is based on a novel by Kazi Anwar Hossain.
From the fourth day of Eid, Mukhosh Mukho will premiere on Bongo, starring Khayrul Basar, Torsha, Nasir Uddin Khan, and Nadia Haque.
As usual, all Eid television programs will also be available on mobile devices through Ayina OTT.
Fusion and Romance Dominate Eid Music Releases
After more than two decades, Habib Wahid and Kaya are collaborating again on the song Koi Roila Re, which will be released on May 27 through Habib Wahid’s YouTube channel. The track also features vocals by Muza.
Balam is releasing the music video for Mawla this Eid-ul-Azha. The song was written by Rashed Newton and Balam.
Imran Mahmudul is releasing Mon Bujhlo Na, while Avonti Sithi and Amit Dey have collaborated on the romantic track Prem.
Dhruba Music Station is releasing the musical film Ruposhi Sreemangal, featuring Asif Akbar and Rubaiyat Jahan.
After a three-year hiatus, Fuad Al Muqtadir and Nusrat are returning with the song Loke Bole. The music video, directed by Baba Yadav, will be released on May 26 through SVF Music and Bling Music.
Additionally, Waishi is releasing Noakhailla Maiya, featuring vocals by Black Zhang. Meanwhile, Reza Karim’s Mone Jodi Jhor and Jisan Khan Shuvo’s Mon Bujhi Na are set to be released through Gaanchill Music.
DBTech/NA/EK/OR
