The premiere screening of the film Delupi was held at the Darun Mallik Primary School field in Deluti Union, Paikgacha upazila of Khulna. The event began yesterday, (Wednesday) at 4 pm, turning the rural school ground into a festive fairground filled with excitement and joy.
Although the premiere took place yesterday, Delupi is set to hit cinema hall in Khulna tomorrow (Friday) and will be released nationwide on November 14.
Hundreds of spectators gathered from the afternoon with family and friends to watch the film. Many carried posters and memorabilia, creating a lively and celebratory atmosphere throughout the venue. After the screening, the audience’s faces beamed with excitement and emotion.
Shamima Akter, a resident of Deluti village said, “It feels like a matter of pride that a film has been made in the name of our area. The story felt so real—just like our own lives.”
The local people became emotional seeing their own stories portrayed on screen.
Badiar Rahman, a member of the local 5 No Union Parishad said, ‘Erosion had always been our destiny. But it is because of that very erosion that we now get to see our own lives depicted on the big screen. Through the film Delupi, the harsh realities and suffering of our daily lives will reach audiences around the world. I hope this film will mark the beginning of a change in our fate.’
The film’s director Mohammad Touqir Islam said, “The story of Delupi is inspired by the lives, realities and relationships of the people of this region. Though rooted in local experiences, it reflects the struggles and emotions shared by people across the country. The love and support from local audiences have been my greatest reward.”
Local representatives, cultural activists, journalists and teachers and students from nearby institutions attended the event. Many described the film as a source of inspiration for the young generation.
Delupi, produced by Footprint Film Production, marks the feature film debut of director Mohammad Touqir Islam, whose work is known for its strong sense of locality. In 2022, he created Shaaticup for an OTT platform, based on life in Rajshahi city—earning both critical and audience acclaim. His 2024 project Sinpaat further established him as a promising young filmmaker.
