Gangster Returns

Gangster Returns
Theatrical Release Poster
Directed byAshiqur Rahman
Written byAshiqur Rahman
Produced bySaiful Azim
Starring
Production
company
Intrac Films
Distributed byIntrac Films
Release date
  • 27 November 2015 (2015-11-27)
CountryBangladesh
LanguageBengali

Gangster Returns is a 2015 Bangladeshi action thriller film directed by Ashiqur Rahman. It features Ziaul Faruq Apurba in the lead role. The development began in January 2013.

Cast

Plot

Sheena is a young woman with a sad past. Shawon, played by Apurba, is a man who lives a dark and troubled life. He is part of the criminal world and faces many struggles every day.

One day, Sheena and Shawon meet by chance. They soon become close and start working together in the world of crime. As time passes, Sheena begins to care deeply for Shawon. Even though she knows his life is full of danger and uncertainty, she chooses to stay with him.

The film follows their journey through love, pain, and many dramatic events, leading to an emotional climax as they try to survive in a dangerous world.

Reception

Critical response

Jennifer de Paris of Bdnews24.com commended for its compelling narrative, strong directorial vision, and authentic performances, while making effective use of visuals and sound to enhance the emotional impact of the story. Wahid Sujon of Bangla Movie Database criticized the film Gangster Returns for its weak plot execution and predictable revenge narrative. While noting that the film offered a relatively comfortable viewing experience compared to lower-quality contemporary releases, Sujon felt it ultimately lost direction in its pursuit of a compelling gangster storyline.

References

  1. ↑ Shazu, Shah Alam (4 May 2014). "Apurbo Silver screen adventures". The Daily Star. Retrieved 28 November 2020.
  2. ↑ মৌলিক গল্পের ছবিটি ভালো লাগবে সবার. jagonews24.com (in Bengali).
  3. ↑ 'গ্যাংস্টার রিটার্নস': পয়সা উসুল হলো না. bdnews24.com (in Bengali). Retrieved 14 June 2025.
  4. ↑ "প্রতিশোধে পথ হারায় গ্যাংস্টার". Bangla Movie Database (in Bengali). Retrieved 31 August 2026.

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