‘1971 Shei Shob Din’ set to release on August 18

Noted actress and playwright Hridi Haq is all set to make her directorial debut with the much anticipated government-granted film, ‘1971 Shei Shob Din’. The film is set to release on August 18.

During a press event held at the National Art Gallery of Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on Monday, which also marks the occasion of the birth anniversary of the late cultural persona Lucky Enam, Hridi Haq announced the film’s release and also released the teaser and trailer of the film. The hand-painted poster of the film has also been unveiled at the event.

The film revolves around a family’s experiences during 1971, providing a poignant portrayal of the era.

Apart from directing, Hridi Haq, herself features in ‘1971 Shei Shob Din’, alongside a talented ensemble cast comprising Mamunur Rashid, Jayanta Chattopadhyay, Munmun Ahmed, Shilpi Sharkar Apu, Ferdous, Tareen, Litu Anam, Saju Khadem, Sanjida Preeti, and many more. Notably, after a hiatus of 15 years, Litu Anam makes a remarkable comeback to cinema with this film.

In the movie, Ferdous, Litu Anam, and Sajal deliver compelling performances, portraying the roles of three brothers actively engaged in the Liberation War.

“Though our movie is set to release on August 18, we dedicated the press conference on the occasion of my father’s birthday, so that we could give a tribute to him with love and respect. We are very optimistic about the movie. We have invested great care and effort into creating this film. Now, we eagerly wait for the moment when it can be presented to the audience. If all goes well, ‘1971 Shei Shob Din’ will grace the silver screen on August 18,” said Hridi Haq.

Actor Afzal Hossain emceed the whole event. The event was graced by the presence of esteemed personalities, including Lucky Inam, Mamunur Rashid, Jayanta Chattopadhyay, Tauquir Ahmed, Ferdous, Sara Zaker, Abul Hayat, Litu Anam, Tanzika Amin, and many others who have played vital roles in the film.

Ferodus said, “Hridi and her entire team have shown that a show can be more aesthetic if desired. In this event, an attempt has been made to bring back the old tradition of our cinema through hand-painted movie posters. After watching the teaser, and trailer, I believe the audience will be very interested in watching the movie. I think every citizen of Bangladesh should watch this movie.”