Eid gives me a nostalgic vibe …Riaz

Film star Riaz is busy ahead of Eid. With a number of television plays under production, the actor spends most of time on shooting spots. Nevertheless  Riaz is all geared up to usher in Eid.  The Daily Star talked to him about his preparations for the festival. Excerpts:  

What is your usual Iftar menu?

Riaz: Juice and dates are a must on my Iftar menu along with other items. I go for rich but portioned food.

Where do you usually have Iftar?

Riaz: I usually break my fast on the shooting sets with other unit members. This Ramadan, I shared one Iftar with my family at home. 

What's your take on going out for sehri?

Riaz: I never go out for sehri. I think sehri is a personal matter and I don't want it to be that ceremonious.

How many plays have you done this Eid?

Riaz: A number of plays will air on different television channels. I will be seen in Meher Afroze Shaon's “Tithir Nil Toale” and Masud Shezan's “Fush Montor” along with a few more plays.

This will be the first Eid with the newcomer in your family. How does it feel?

Riaz: I am glad that I'll get to spend Eid with my daughter Amira Siddiqui. It's a feeling that cannot be expressed in words.

Where will you spend this Eid?

Riaz: I will spend Eid with my family in Dhaka. I usually go for outings on the second or third day of Eid since there's no work load.

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What about your Eid shopping?

Riaz: I usually do my Eid shopping a week before Eid. I think the market offers a wider variety during that time and you can buy your favorite items.

What is your favourite Eid attire?

Riaz: Obviously punjabi and pajama.

What's the meaning of Eid to you?

Riaz: Eid means joy. People from all walks of the society offer prayers together. Eid gives me a nostalgic vibe.