Dhaka Attack
Dhaka Attack

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Dhaka Attack

2017
Movie
147 min
Bengali

A stealthy criminal gang targets Dhaka city for a series of attacks. To bust the terrorist organization, an elite police force embarks on a risky operation.

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IMDb7.7/10
Google Users93%
Director: Dipankar DiponGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A daring counter-terrorism operation is launched in Dhaka when a group of militants takes over a police station and holds hostages. The elite police force, led by the determined Inspector Sandipan, must race against time to neutralize the threat and prevent a city-wide catastrophe. The film navigates the intense pressure, moral dilemmas, and strategic complexities faced by the officers.

Critical Reception

Dhaka Attack was a significant commercial success and generally well-received by critics and audiences in Bangladesh. It was praised for its gripping action sequences, tight pacing, and strong performances, especially from the lead cast. The film was lauded for its attempt to bring a Hollywood-style action thriller to Bangladeshi cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its high-octane action sequences and suspenseful plot.

  • Commended for strong performances, particularly from Arifin Shuvoo.

  • Considered a benchmark for Bangladeshi action thrillers.

Google audience: Viewers lauded the film for its exciting action, engaging storyline, and impressive technical execution, often citing it as one of the best Bangladeshi films in recent years.

Awards & Accolades

Won multiple awards at the National Film Awards, including Best Actor for Arifin Shuvoo and Best Sound.

Fun Fact

The film was the first Bangladeshi movie to be screened simultaneously in Bangladesh, and across cinemas in the United States and Canada.

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