Raihan Rafi’s “Andhar”, initially scheduled for release in October, will now hit theatres on March 26 next year, coinciding with Independence Day.
The makers announced the new release date in a video shared on Tuesday evening, confirming earlier reports that the film would not be ready for its planned October release.
In the video, actor Chanchal Chowdhury addressed audiences, saying, “You have been with us and continue to support us. Stay with us for just a little longer.”
Director Raihan Rafi said the film could have been released on October 16, but doing so could have affected the quality of its visual effects.
“If we wanted, we could release the film in October, even on October 16. But the VFX might not be up to the mark. I don’t want to compromise in any way. So, instead of October or December, we will release ‘Andhar’ on March 26 next year, outside the Eid season,” Rafi said.
Produced by 221B Films, “Andhar” stars Siam Ahmed, Chanchal Chowdhury and Nazifa Tushi, alongside Mostafa Monwar, Farrukh Rehan and others.
According to the credits on the film’s poster, Shakib Chowdhury, Bassbaba Sumon and Adnan Adib Khan are associated with the story. The filmmakers have described “Andhar” as a horror film.