After nearly 30 years as one of television’s most recognisable faces, Richi Solaiman is preparing for a major creative shift. Her long-awaited leap onto the big screen. The much-loved actor, known for her nuanced performances and steadfast presence in Bangladeshi TV drama, has signed on to star in ‘Robi in Dhaka’, a character-driven film that dives into the emotional turbulence of Gen Z.
Instead of positioning her debut as a traditional milestone, Solaiman’s move feels more like a reinvention. The project pairs her with Imtiaz Barshon, who describes the film as an intimate look at how young people navigate mental strain, uncertainty and the need to rebuild from within.
“It’s about the quiet battle to keep going,” Barshon explained. “The story doesn’t shout its message. It uncovers resilience in the most human way.”
Directed by Rajib Saleheen and backed by production house Sajgoj, the film is set to enter production later this month. Saleheen’s previous work suggests a grounded, atmospheric approach; a style that could offer Solaiman a fresh canvas far removed from mainstream television storytelling.
Solaiman herself had been intentionally discreet about the project, teasing that she wanted audiences to experience the news as a “surprise.” Joining her and Barshon on screen are Azad Abul Kalam, Arman Parvez Murad and an ensemble of emerging talents.
Robi in Dhaka is slated for release next year.
