Dhaka, Aug. 7 -- "Uthshob is running successfully - not just in your nearest cinema hall, but in your heart."

This tagline aptly captures the essence of Uthshob, a heartfelt and vibrant addition to contemporary Bangladeshi cinema. Premiering during Eid-al-Adha 2025, the film is directed by Tanim Noor, who draws inspiration from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol and masterfully adapts its core narrative into the cultural context of Dhaka during the Eid festival.

Rather than a direct retelling, Uthshob reimagines Dickens' classic through the lens of local traditions, communal struggles, and the redemptive power of self-reflection. It blends humour, emotion, drama, and social commentary in a way that resonates widely, making it one of the...