Aptly regarded as Bangladesh film industry's most popular hero, Arifin Shuvo's next venture, "Ekti Cinema'r Gopo" has just cleared the censor board. While the audience was hotly anticipating the film "Bhalo Theko" today, the movie release has been postponed till February 9. But things take a brighter turn for the actor and his fans today, as it is his birthday.

The censor board granted "Ekti Cinema'r Golpo" with more than just a clearance certificate; members of the board were full of praise regarding Arifin Shuvo's acting on screen, as well Alamgir's direction and script. The news put the leading actor in a great mood, who said, "All praises are for God, and I am also grateful to Alamgir sir for giving me an opportunity to be a part of this film."

Excited fans can gear up for the movie's April 13 release date, which coincides with the national Pohela Boishakh festivals. Meanwhile, Arifin Shuvo returned from a filming stint in Kolkata yesterday, where he was working on the sets of "Ahaar", a film directed by Ranjan and featuring West Bengal actor Rituparna Sengupta as his co artiste. The actor is also playing the lead in the Arindam Sil helmed “Balighar”.

The actor revealed that he returned to Dhaka in order to celebrate his birthday with family. "This day is not about me, it's about the ones I love, and sharing happiness in being together," he said.