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Dhaka’s megastar Shakib Khan is set to make his Hollywood debut in a global crime thriller directed by Bangladeshi-American filmmaker Asif Akbar. Rumors about Shakib’s Hollywood venture have been circulating on social media for some time, and now, these speculations are turning into reality.
In a recent interview with Bangladeshi media, Asif Akbar revealed that the script for his upcoming film is currently in development, with Shakib Khan cast in the lead role. Additionally, the film will feature two actresses—one from Bangladesh and another a well-known Hollywood figure. The movie will also include a prominent Hollywood actor as the antagonist.
Sources indicate that Shakib Khan will travel to the United States early next month to finalize preparations for the film. If all goes according to plan, the movie is slated for a worldwide release in 2026. Asif Akbar, known for directing Hollywood films such as Astro, Boneyard, Smoke Filled Lungs, and The Commando, has also helmed the Bangladesh-USA co-production MR-9, based on the popular Masud Rana spy thriller series.
Shakib Khan’s Hollywood debut has sparked immense excitement among fans, who eagerly await to see how the superstar will shine on the global stage.
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