Renowned Dhallywood superstar Shakib Khan has once again captured the silver screen with his versatile persona, this time portraying the role of a formidable gangster in the upcoming movie 'Tufan'.

In a striking first look unveiled on Wednesday, March 27, Shakib Khan exudes the aura of a menacing gangster with long hair, a beard, sunglasses, and a cigarette dangling from his lips, seated confidently with a machine gun at his feet. Directed by Raihan Rafi, 'Tufan' is slated for release on Eid-ul-Azha.

Coinciding with the actor's birthday on Thursday, March 28, the unveiling of Shakib Khan's gangster avatar has sent waves of excitement among his fans, known affectionately as 'Shakibiyans', elevating anticipation for the film.

Producer Raihan Rafi took to social media to share the official first look, extending advance birthday wishes to the superstar, accompanied by a love emoji. Shakib Khan also shared the poster, teasing fans with the caption, "Storm loading. First look of Most Wanted."

With the release of the poster, speculation mounted that Shakib Khan's character in 'Tufan' would mark a captivating transformation into the role of a gangster. The poster swiftly went viral on social media, drawing widespread praise for the actor's new and compelling appearance.

'Tufan' is a collaborative production by Chorki, Alpha I, and SVF, Kolkata, with plans for shooting at Ramuji Film City in India underway. The film boasts an ensemble cast, featuring Masuma Rahman Nabila and Kolkata's Mimi Chakraborty alongside Shakib Khan, with actor Jesus Sengupta portraying the antagonist.

Shakib Khan, a revered figure in Dhaka cinema, continues to captivate audiences with his diverse and acclaimed performances, promising yet another cinematic marvel with his portrayal in 'Tufan'.