Runa Laila

Runa Laila to pay tribute to mothers on Mother's Day with new song

What's more noteworthy is that this iconic artiste has lent her voice to the song alongside young musician Khairul Wasi, a collaboration not commonly seen.

Nusraat Faria to host the legendary Runa Laila

During the show, Runa Laila will collaborate vocally with four contemporary artists - Imran Mahmudul, Dilshad Nahar Kona, Zanita Ahmed Zhilik, and Sabbir Nasir - in the song "Cholo Gane Gane Gori Notun Prithibi’. The lyrics are penned by Anjir Liton, with music composed by Ashraf Babu.

54th Independence Day / Runa Laila to sing ‘Bangladesh’ with 100 children

Veteran singer Runa Laila is set to sing a patriotic song titled “Bangladesh” featuring 100 children from the Bangladesh Shishu Academy, adding more significance to the special day.

Runa Laila returns to radio after 13 yrs

Runa Laila, a renowned singer in the subcontinent, recently lent her voice to Bangladesh Betar after a hiatus of 13 years. She recorded the song "O Brishti Tumi" written by Suman Sardar, and composed by Sadek Ali for Bangladesh Betar's Transcription Service. Prior to this, she collaborated with children on a song for Channel i, tuned by Sadek Ali's tune. The recording for "O Brishti Tumi" took place on February 29 at the Drama Studio of Transcription Service in the capital.

Runa Laila talks about being ‘boycotted’ in the 70’s

Runa Laila’s magical voice and her talent did not let anyone stop her from becoming a legend.

Runa Laila reflects on her glorious 58-year journey with music

Runa Laila, a legendary figure in the Bangladeshi music industry, has earned acclaim not only within Bangladesh but throughout the Indian subcontinent with her timeless hits that have captured the hearts of millions.

Meet the final contestants of ‘Channel i Sera Kantha 2023’

The show is televised on Channel i, every Thursday and Friday at 8 pm. The programme, powered by Classical Homtex, will broadcast the grand finale in the second week of December.

Winners of Channel i Music Awards this year

Bangladesh National Film Award recipient Shujeo Shyam, who is also an artiste at the Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the award ceremony.

Sabyasachi designs special tribute for Runa Laila

Renowned designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee has dedicated a plaque in his Mumbai store to two ladies who have influenced him: his mother, and our legendary singer Runa Laila. 

October 13, 2018
October 13, 2018

Three cultural legends honoured

The award ceremony and gala of the 11th edition of The Daily Star-Standard Chartered Celebrating Life, a film-making, photography and lyrics contest, was held at the International Convention City Bashundhara last night.

October 6, 2018
October 6, 2018

Saga of the Melody Queen

The artiste's journey, interestingly, began with lessons of dancing. Runa Laila took lessons of Bharatanatyam and Kathak style dancing from the Bulbul Academy of Fine Arts in Karachi, Pakistan.

October 6, 2018
October 6, 2018

The Nightingale Speaks

In an exclusive interview with Rafi Hossain, the queen of melody shares stories of her journey of successes, achievements and passions.

August 14, 2017
August 14, 2017

Runa Laila performs for BTV after 23 years

“Tomaderey Gaan Shonabo” has a treat up their sleeves for viewers on Eid-ul Azha. Arranged by BTV's Chief Director SM Harunur Rashid and produced by Mahbuba Ferdous, the musical programme will invite Runa Laila to perform on BTV after over two decades.

July 13, 2016
July 13, 2016

Runa Laila 50 years in melody…

To celebrate diva Runa Laila, “Chirodiner Runa” will air tonight (seventh day of Eid festival) at 7:50pm on Channel i.

February 25, 2016
February 25, 2016

29 artistes get Nat’l Film Award 2014

A total of 29 artistes and film professionals are chosen for the National Film Award 2014 in 26 categories in recognition for their outstanding contributions to the country's film industry.

January 6, 2016
January 6, 2016

Imran playbacks with Runa Laila

It was a dream for Imran to playback with celebrated singer Runa Laila, and his dream has finally come true. The talented vocalist lent his voice alongside Runa Laila for a duet song in upcoming film “Panku Jamai”.

May 5, 2015
May 5, 2015

Four singers on Rtv's 'Ebong Runa Laila'

Popular singer Runa Laila recently completed 50 years of her singing career. Marking the great achievement of this legendary singer, Rtv has made a show titled “Ebong Runa Laila”.

April 12, 2015
April 12, 2015

Shine bright like a diamond

“It was around 1974 when I recorded that song, in Kolkata. It became a huge hit there, and a few months later when I was traveling back there

April 10, 2015
April 10, 2015

Reflecting on Runa

Runa Laila, an iconic figure not only in Bangla music but the musical scene of South Asia, celebrates the Golden Jubilee of her career with a concert today at the Bangabandhu International Conference Centre, also featuring Indian playback singer KK and Pakistan-based actor-singer Fawad Khan.

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