The cancellation was confirmed in an official statement issued by the organising company. The announcement also outlined arrangements for refunding tickets purchased for the two concerts, which had generated considerable excitement among music lovers in Bangladesh.
According to EQube Entertainment, refund applications submitted by some ticket holders have already been processed within 24 hours. Other customers have been instructed to check their email for a refund notification containing a ‘Get my refund’ option. By clicking on the option, they can submit their preferred payment details through bKash, Nagad or a bank account.
The organisers have assured customers that refunds will be processed within 24 hours of completing the application. Those who have not received the notification have been advised to check their spam folders, as the email may have been filtered there.
Ticket holders will have until 16 November to submit refund requests through their preferred payment method. Customers who fail to apply within the specified period will receive an automatic refund through the card or mobile financial service account used to purchase their tickets. However, this process may take between seven and 10 working days.
Explaining the reasons behind the cancellation, EQube Entertainment Managing Director Drohi Ahsan said the company did not consider it safe to organise large-scale concerts under the prevailing circumstances.
He clarified that the authorities had not issued any formal prohibition against holding the events. Nevertheless, the organisers had taken into consideration informal advice from the authorities, alongside the overall situation in the country, before making their decision.
Ahsan also confirmed that the matter had been discussed with Lucky Ali before the final decision was taken. After assessing the circumstances, the organisers concluded that proceeding with the concerts would not be appropriate.
The cancellation is likely to disappoint thousands of fans who had been looking forward to seeing the Indian singer perform live. His planned visit was particularly significant as it would have marked his return to Bangladesh after nearly three years.
Lucky Ali has established a distinctive position in South Asian music through his soulful voice, understated singing style and memorable compositions. He is widely recognised for popular songs such as ‘O Sanam’ and ‘Ek Pal Ka Jeena’, which have remained favourites among music enthusiasts across generations. His contribution to Indian film music, alongside his independent musical work, has earned him a loyal following.
The planned concerts in Dhaka and Chattogram were expected to offer Bangladeshi fans an opportunity to experience his music in person. Interest in the events had grown partly because of the long gap since his previous visit. For many listeners, the concerts represented a rare opportunity to enjoy some of his best-known songs performed live.
However, security considerations have now brought those plans to an abrupt halt. Although the organisers have not announced any alternative dates, they have committed to completing the ticket refund process within the stated timeframe.
For fans who had eagerly anticipated his return, the cancellation marks a disappointing end to what had been a much-awaited musical occasion.
