Samia Zaman’s second film, Akash Koto Dure, has expanded its distribution arena, making it available to audiences in Mymensingh and Khulna from February 28. Produced by Impress Telefilm, the movie was released in the capital on February 14 at the Star Cineplex and Block Bluster in Jamuna Future Park, and later, on February 21, it began showing at Modhumita Cinema Hall. Regarding the upcoming promotion of the film, campaign director and executive producer Kazi Shahriar Parvez Rajon talks with the Dhaka Tribune:
When will Akash Koto Dure go nationwide?
We will take it one step at a time, since there are a limited number of prints of the film. This is also the reason behind releasing it in the capital initially. However, we have planned to broadcast the film at the Purobi Cinema Hall in Mymensingh and Mayuri Cinema in Khulna. We are increasing the number of prints and we will expand our distribution nationwide as soon as possible.
How much did it cost to produce the film and what is the box office collection?
A government approved film, Akash Koto Dure, cost around Tk1.60 crore. After the release, theatre halls were full for days on end. On a separate note, Impress Telefilm does not produce movies on a commercial basis. It makes movies for movie lovers and the audience is purchasing tickets for the film. We are receiving good responses from the box office.
Tell us about the screening in Switzerland.
The film has been selected for screening at the Festival International du Film Oriental de Geneve (FIFOG) at Les Cinemas du Grütli in Switzerland at 4:30pm on April 6. The cast and crew of the film will be present at the festival. We are hoping to participate in many others festivals in near future.
