In the tapestry of Bengali folk music, many melodies have echoed through generations, yet the true architects of these verses often remain shrouded in obscurity. A compelling new documentary by filmmaker Shakoor Majid, titled The Sovereign of Bhati: In Search of the Dispossessed Baul Poet Rashid Uddin, seeks to correct a long-standing historical injustice. The […]

Ibrahim Ahmed Kamal, the veteran guitarist of the iconic Bangladeshi rock band Warfaze, has offered a poignant reflection on his musical career spanning over four decades, describing it as the “greatest achievement” of his life. In a heartfelt Facebook post on Wednesday, Kamal revisited the milestones of his journey, from learning the guitar in the […]

The veteran musician Asif Akbar has long been celebrated—and occasionally critiqued—for his unflinching honesty. Known for wearing his heart on his sleeve, the “O Priya Tumi Kothay” singer recently made waves during an appearance on a private television talk show. During the candid interview, Asif revealed the pointed questions he would pose to the industry’s […]

A vibrant wave of excitement has swept through the Bangladeshi entertainment industry following the “leak” of a behind-the-scenes video featuring the acclaimed actress Puja Chery. The footage, which has rapidly circulated across Facebook and Instagram, offers a tantalising glimpse into the highly anticipated cinematic project, ‘Dam’. A Glimpse Behind the Scenes The sixteen-second clip captures […]

Renowned Bangladeshi actress Shahnaz Sumi has recently embarked on a new professional journey, joining BRAC’s Health Programme. Fresh from completing her graduation, Sumi has expressed excitement about contributing to one of the country’s leading organisations working on public health and community welfare. Speaking about her new role, Sumi said, “I have joined BRAC’s Health Programme, […]

On Wednesday, renowned singer Jefer Rahman and popular presenter Rafsan Sabab celebrated their wedding with grandeur at a luxurious resort just outside Dhaka. The ceremony brought together close family members alongside friends from the entertainment industry, creating a warm and star-studded atmosphere. Among the notable guests were acclaimed singer Pritom Hasan and actress-singer Shihetaj Monira […]