Actor and filmmaker Tauquir Ahmed is set to star in The Orange, a France-Bangladesh joint production directed by Swapan Ahmed, best known for his 2012 film Lal Tip.
Tauquir will play an important role in the film, which is expected to begin production soon. The filmmakers plan to shoot the project in France.
The actor said the story and his character convinced him to join the project.
“I liked both the story and the character. That is why I decided to take on the project. I also enjoyed speaking with the director and felt that the work has the potential to turn out well,” Tauquir said.
He said his character holds considerable importance in the story.
“I am drawn to good stories and strong characters, and that is why I am taking on this new film,” he said.
Tauquir, who has directed several acclaimed films, said The Orange reflects the kind of cinema he prefers to associate himself with.
“I tend to choose films that have artistic merit and reflect the kind of cinema I believe in. This is going to be a project of that kind,” he said.
Meanwhile, Tauquir is also expected to appear in Soldier, starring Shakib Khan in the lead role and featuring Tariq Anam Khan.
Shakeeb Fahad directs the film.
Tauquir will play a negative role in Soldier. The film’s shooting has yet to be completed.
