Dhaka, May 3 -- In a surprising move, Star Cineplex has cancelled

continued screenings of several popular movies released during Eid-ul-Fitr, only four weeks since they ran, causing a stir among filmmakers and audiences alike.

The decision has affected blockbuster hit movies like 'Rajkumar', 'Kajol Rekha' and 'Deyaler Desh', which enjoyed successful runs from the beginning.

The controversy has escalated with the abrupt replacement of these local hits with foreign movies, despite the scheduled release of new Bengali films like 'Shyama Kabya' and 'Dead Body'.

Producers of the affected movies have voiced strong objections, accusing Star Cineplex of prioritising international cinema over domestic productions.

Himel Ashraf, director of 'R...