Shakib Khan’s Borbaad Goes Global: Breaking Records & Making History for Bangladeshi Cinema

Dhallywood megastar Shakib Khan’s high-octane action thriller Borbaad has officially launched its international release, marking a groundbreaking moment for Bangladeshi cinema. Produced by SK Films, the blockbuster hit premiered domestically on March 31, 2025, during Eid-ul-Fitr, and is now captivating global audiences.

A Bold Leap for Bangladeshi Film Production

Directed by Mehedi Hassan Hridoy, Borbaad is being hailed as one of the most ambitious and expensively-produced Bangladeshi films to date, with a staggering budget of Tk 15–18 crore. Featuring Shakib Khan, Idhika Paul, and Indian actor Jisshu Sengupta—making a grand return to Bangladeshi cinema after 23 years—the film sets a new standard for cross-border cinematic collaboration.

A staggering 80% of the film was shot internationally, with jaw-dropping action sequences choreographed by Ravi Varma, a stunt director known for his work across South Asia.

Shattering Box Office Records

In just its first week, Borbaad raked in Tk 27.43 crore in ticket sales—eclipsing the month-long earnings of Shakib Khan’s previous hit Priyotoma (2023). The film’s success has rewritten box office history and firmly established Shakib Khan as an enduring force in South Asian entertainment.

Global Reach and Cultural Resonance

Following its runaway domestic success, Borbaad has begun its international theatrical rollout, expanding the global footprint of Dhallywood. With its universal themes of love, vengeance, and redemption, high production quality, and powerful performances, the film is quickly gaining traction among global South Asian diasporas and cinephiles alike.

This development was detailed in a recent article by The Business Standard, highlighting the film’s global rollout .

Critical Praise and Audience Applause

Critics and fans alike have showered Borbaad with praise. Director Chayanika Chowdhury highlighted the emotional depth and originality of Shakib Khan’s character arc. Meanwhile, media analyst Zahirul Qaiyum Firoz noted the film’s successful fusion of action and emotion, calling it a “bold reinvention of mainstream Dhallywood storytelling.”

As Borbaad continues to expand across continents, it doesn’t just set new commercial records—it redefines what’s possible for Bangladeshi storytelling on the world stage.

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