TBT REPORT

Shakib Khan’s upcoming film, “Soldier,” directed by Shakeeb Fahad, has recently become a major topic of speculation and discussion on social media. Filming for the Sun Music and Motion Pictures Ltd-produced project has already begun.

In the words of the director and producers, “Soldier” is intended to be a sincere and bold attempt at making an event-driven film. The teaser of the film at first glance suggests a story about a soldier and his battles. But this is not merely a tale of war or patriotism. According to the filmmaker, it is the story of Bangladesh’s brave new generation—those who speak out against injustice, stand up for their rights, and wish to contribute to their country. Soldier aims to tell the story of those who believe that there is a soldier within each of us—someone who keeps fighting in their own way. Though inspired by real events and set in a contemporary context, Soldier ultimately tells a story of hope: that no matter what challenges we face as a nation, we remain optimistic. That optimism will also be reflected in the film.

In “Soldier”, Shakib Khan will appear in a completely new look and in a role unlike any he has played before. His character represents the ordinary man—someone who fights for his country and his people from his own position. In this film, Shakib Khan is not merely a star; he symbolises the common people of Bangladesh. Through him, we will see the reflection of every struggling citizen of this nation.

Shakib Khan himself is very excited about the role. He said, “I don’t want to claim in advance that audiences will see a completely different Shakib Khan. But I can say this much—this is the kind of story I’ve never worked on before. It will make viewers think, inspire them, and encourage them to discover the soldier within themselves.”