Andhar (film)
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| Directed by | Raihan Rafi |
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| Cinematography | Sumon Sarker |
| Music by | Arafat Mohsin |
Production company | 221B Production |
| Country | Bangladesh |
| Language | Bengali |
Andhar (Bengali: অন্ধার, transl. Darkness) is an upcoming Bangladeshi supernatural horror film, directed by Raihan Rafi. The film is produced by Shakib Chowdhury, Adnan Adib Khan and Sarah Ali under the banner of 221B Production.[1] It stars Siam Ahmed, Nazifa Tushi, Chanchal Chowdhury, Mostafa Monwar, Farrukh Ahmed Rehan, Afsana Mimi and Gazi Rakayet.[2][3] Principal photography is scheduled to begin in September 2025, with a theatrical release planned between the two Eid festivals.[4]
Plot
The plot has not yet been revealed. According to the creators, the film blends elements of horror, mystery, thriller, murder, and emotional drama, aiming to create a Bangladeshi-rooted horror experience that avoids Western clichés.[5]
Cast
The film stars and characters was announced [6][7]
- Siam Ahmed as Detective Delwar
- Nazifa Tushi as Nadia
- Chanchal Chowdhury as Shamsher
- Mostafa Monwar as Inspector Monwar
- Farrukh Ahmed Rehan as Himel
- Afsana Mimi as Hazera Khatun
- Gazi Rakayet as Jalal
- Swarnali Choity as Maya
- Tanzika Amin as Piya
Production
Development
The concept of Andhar originated from musicians Saidus Salehin "Bassbaba" Sumon of Aurthohin and Shakib Chowdhury of Cryptic Fate,[8] who, along with Adnan Adib Khan, previously explored horror themes in the radio programme Bhoutist. The trio collaborated on the story, with Sumon contributing around 20 percent, while Shakib and Adnan developed the rest. The screenplay and dialogue were co-written by Shakib and Adnan.[5] Raihan Rafi was brought on board as director, marking his first entry into the horror genre.[9]
Filming
Pre-production was completed in August 2025,[10] and filming is scheduled to begin in September 2025.
Music
The film's background score and soundtrack are being composed by Arafat Mohsin, who confirmed his involvement via social media.[11] He said, The 'Andhar' project is very interesting. It is a horror genre film, which is a new challenge for me. I want to give the audience a sense of tension and fear of the story through the music of a horror movie. He also said, "Since I have to make music for the horror genre, working in the studio at night can be a little scary! I will score the music for 'Andhar' by drawing on the sound design of horror films from around the world and our local myths and stories. This is a new challenge for me."[12]
Release
The producers have announced that Andhar will release in Bangladeshi theatres between the two Eid festivals.[3]
References
- ^ "Rafi's horror film based on story of 2 band stars". The New Nation. 13 August 2025. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
- ^ "আন্ধার সিনেমার শিল্পীদের নাম প্রকাশ করলেন রাফী". Desh Rupantor (in Bengali). Retrieved 2025-11-04.
- ^ a b "Nazifa Tushi to star opposite Siam in Raihan Rafi's 'Andhar'". The Daily Observer. 18 August 2025. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
- ^ "Raihan Rafi's horror film 'Andhar' to start shooting in September". The Business Standard. 13 August 2025. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
- ^ a b "Rafi to direct horror film 'Andhar'". The Daily Star. 12 August 2025. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
- ^ "Raihan Rafi's 'Andhar' cast revealed". The Daily Star. 2025-11-04. Retrieved 2025-11-04.
- ^ "Star-studded cast for 'Andhar' revealed". The Business Standard. 2025-11-04. Retrieved 2025-11-04.
- ^ "Bassbaba Sumon and Shakib Chowdhury to pen Raihan Rafi's upcoming horror film 'Andhar'". The Daily Star. 2025-08-12. Retrieved 2025-08-21.
- ^ "Raihan Rafi to direct upcoming horror film 'Andhar'". DESIblitz. 13 August 2025. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
- ^ "Shakib Chowdhury, Bassbaba and Raihan Rafi team up for Andhar". The Business Standard. 2025-08-13. Retrieved 2025-08-21.
- ^ "Arafat Mohsin joins Rafi's 'Andhar' as composer". August 2025. Retrieved 21 August 2025 – via Facebook.
- ^ রাফীর হরর সিনেমায় নিধির নতুন চ্যালেঞ্জ. Channel i (in Bengali). 2025-08-18. Retrieved 2025-08-21.
External links
- Andhar on IMDb