Jhantu’s ‘Sujon Majhi’ sets sail amidst the 'Jawan' storm

Bollywood king Shahrukh Khan's latest film, "Jawan", has ignited a frenzy of anticipation amongst Bangladesh's moviegoers. The film, which initially premiered in limited halls, hit the screens in three multiplexes on its opening day. However, the fever for "Jawan" has now engulfed the entire nation.

The film's importer, Action-Cut Entertainment, has announced that "Jawan" is set to be showcased in an impressive 48 theaters across the country, starting today. 

Amidst the excitement surrounding "Jawan", a local film, "Sujon Majhi", directed by Delwar Jahan Jhantu, is also making its theatrical debut today. This Bangladeshi film will grace screens around 19 theaters, nationwide. 

Scheduled to premiere alongside "Sujon Majhi" were Mushfiqur Rahman Gulzar's "Dushshahoshi Khoka" and Dipankar Dipon's "Antarjal". However, the two latter productions opted to delay their releases to avoid clashing with the fervor surrounding "Jawan".

Delwar Jahan Jhantu, the director of "Sujon Majhi", shared his expectations for the film, saying, "It is a story of a village. Our country is full of villages, and I believe that people enjoy films rooted in rural settings. This has been evident in the past. I hope that everyone in Bangladesh will appreciate the film. I created it with the audience's preferences in mind, not for awards."

The film's leading lady, Nipun, added, "This story encapsulates the essence of life in the village, focusing on boats and the countryside. It offers a glimpse into the lives of our people. The new generation will gain valuable insights into our nation by watching this film."

"Sujon Majhi" stars Ferdous, Nipun, Ratul, and Tithi amongst others.