Over 2,000 Advance Tickets Sold
In a historic milestone for Bengali cinema, the film “Toofan” has achieved unprecedented success in Australia, with over 2,000 advance tickets sold more than ten days before its release. This remarkable achievement surpasses the previous record held by Raihan Rafi’s “Poran,” which saw around 800 advance tickets sold.
BongOz Films’ Landmark Achievement
BongOz Films is proud to present “Toofan” in both Australia and New Zealand. The overwhelming response has been incredible, with nearly all first-week shows sold out in Bengali-speaking theaters. As a result, tickets for the second week will soon be available on their website, www.bongozfilms.com.
Star-Studded Cast and Riveting Plot
“Toofan,” directed by the acclaimed Raihan Rafi and produced by Alpha-i, Chorki, and SVF, features a stellar cast including megastar Shakib Khan, Chanchal Chowdhury, Mimi Chakraborty, and Masuma Rahman Nabila. The film tells the compelling story of a man from a small village, born a killer, who rises to power to become the biggest don.
BongOz Films’ Commitment to Bengali Cinema
Tanim Al Minarul Mannan, founder and CEO of BongOz Films, expressed his excitement, stating, “Our passion for Bengali cinema remains unwavering, even after leaving our homeland. The tremendous success of ‘Toofan’ inspires us to continue showcasing high-quality Bengali films here. Unlike many other languages that benefit from simultaneous releases, ‘Toofan’ was limited to private screenings. Despite this, the organic appreciation and swift ticket sales are a testament to the film’s quality, something not always seen with other language films. Ultimately, if a movie is good, Bangladeshi audiences will support it. Throughout our journey, we have never compromised on quality.”
BongOz Films’ Journey Since 2016
Since its inception in 2016, BongOz Films has screened 43 Bengali movies theatrically in Australia, establishing a regular presence for Bengali cinema in the region. This achievement underscores their commitment to promoting Bengali culture and cinema.
Bridging Generations Through Bengali Cinema
Tanim also noted with both concern and hope, “Our second-generation diaspora, born or raised here, often finds it challenging to connect with Bengali movies. The narratives or emotions sometimes seem unfamiliar or exaggerated to them. For some, watching Bengali films is seen as a chore. Nevertheless, I believe that with the efforts of young filmmakers like Raihan Rafi, we can soon attract this generation to become regular viewers of Bengali cinema.”
