Shakib Khan is coming up with a new action film after the huge success of Borbaad with Real Energy Production. The megastar signed the project on 2 July 2026 with the same director and production team that gave Dhallywood its biggest hit. Fans have already termed it as another chapter of Shakib Khan’s winning streak.
Not A Sequel But A New Movie
A lot of fans were hoping this would be Borbaad 2, but it’s not. Director Mehedi Hasan Hridoy confirmed that the forthcoming project will be a new action thriller and not connected to the Borbaad storyline. Shakib Khan formally joined the project through a signing ceremony Thursday evening. Producers and the director were pictured with him.
Who Is Behind the Project
•Production House: Real Energy Production. Shahreen Akter Sumi and Azeem Haroon are the heads.
•Director: Borbaad is the first directorial of Mehedi Hasan Hridoy.
•Lead Actor: Shakib Khan is playing the leading role for the second time.
•Genre: Action entertainer. The energy level of the film is like that of Borbaad, but the story is different.
Real Energy Production has been on a roll lately. Besides Borbaad, the house has also come up with Rakshas and is working on Biday for the upcoming Durga Puja festival season.
Why this announcement is important for fans
Borbaad is a landmark film in Bangladeshi cinema. It earned Tk75 crore at the box office and became the first Bangladeshi film to break into IMDb’s list of the world’s 100 most popular films. It was also released internationally in the United States, Canada, Australia and several other countries through Shakib Khan’s own distribution arm SK Films USA. Dhallywood audiences already have high hopes for this new film with that track record.
What we still don’t know
The film’s title, full cast list and shooting schedule are yet to be revealed. The director said more details, including the title and cast, would be announced over the next few days. It is also not known whether Idhika Paul, who starred opposite Shakib Khan in Borbaad, will be a part of this new project.
Checklist For Fans of Star
•Official title announcement expected within days of signing
•Casting the Leading Lady and Supporting Cast
•Location of shoot and start date
Borbaad pattern: ticket booking and release updates, possible teaser or first look poster, likely to be shared via cinema hall Facebook pages, and PPS as the release date approaches
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Keep up with news without missing news
Fo.r movie fans in Bangladesh, social media is often the quickest way to get official updates, as production houses and stars often confirm big news on Facebook before it appears anywhere else. Shakib Khan’s own Facebook page first hinted at this reunion, and will probably remain the main source for future updates. Many cinema chains in Bangladesh now accept bKash and Nagad for online booking. When the bookings for the film open, it will be easier for the mobile-first users to book seats without having to go to the counter in person.
FAQs
1. Is the new Shakib Khan film sea quel to Borbaad?
“No, director Mehedi Hasan Hridoy has clearly said this is a different action thriller and not Borbaad 2.
2. When was the new project officially announced?
On July 2, 2026, Shakib Khan signed the project after an official signing ceremony with the producers and director.
3. Is Idhika Paul in a new movie?
This has not been verified. The cast, including the female lead, will be announced in the next few days.
Summary:
Dhallywood megastar Shakib Khan has signed on for a new action film with the Borbaad team and Real Energy Production. The project reunites him with director Mehedi Hasan Hridoy, though it is not a sequel. Full details are expected soon.
