Mahi, Symon return with ‘Anondo Osru’ on Friday

After a prolonged wait, Symon Sadik and Mahiya Mahi-starrer “Anondo Osru” is finally set to hit theatres across the country on Friday.

Interestingly, neither of the lead actors is currently in Bangladesh. Mahi is in Kolkata, India, while Symon is in New York, USA. 

Director Mostafizur Rahman Manik said 34 screenings had already been confirmed at single-screen cinemas, while the multiplex schedule would be finalised within the next day.

Asked whether the absence of the lead actors would affect promotional activities, Manik said they were promoting the film through Facebook. He added that many established artistes also rely on social media for film promotions, even when they are in the country.

“The film’s release had already been delayed for quite some time. I have decided not to wait any longer. It is time to bring this film, made for the audience, before them. Let them watch it and share their opinions,” he said.

Mahi, once among Dhallywood’s busiest actresses, has not appeared in any new films over the past two years. Her last screen appearance was a guest role in “Rajkumar”. She also ventured into politics and contested the national parliamentary elections before expressing her desire to return to acting.

Meanwhile, Symon moved to the United States in early 2025. He has also reportedly been cast in Abdullah Mohammad Saad-directed series “Annie”.

Although the new film shares its title with the 1997 hit “Ananda Ashru”, starring Salman Shah and Shabnoor, it has an entirely different storyline and is not a sequel. Manik describes it as an out-and-out romantic film.

The cast also includes Shahiduzzaman Selim, Aliraj, Sujata, Nasrin and Chikon Ali, with Joy Chowdhury appearing in a special role.