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Kamal Ahmed receives ‘The International Creative Arts Award 2023’
Singer Kamal Ahmed was honoured with "The International Creative Arts Award 2023" by the ICALDRC Linguistics Unit at Dhaka University.
A look into Urmi’s world of abstract art
Fatema Jasmine Urmi, a passionate artist, thrives to prove her mantle into the world of abstract universe with her surreal artworks. Her passion for painting was reflected through her works, which highlight the intricate harmony between nature and humans.
Insights from a four-decade career in journalism
Rafi Hossain is now poised to represent Bangladesh at the World Cultural Festival in Washington DC. This three-day long festival, scheduled from September 29 to October 1, will bring together musicians, artists, and actors from across the globe under the theme 'One World Family’.
Getting to know Indranil Banerjee
Banerjee’s works have transcended borders through his international awards and expanding audiences across many countries. “I have been very close to Bangladesh, as my first short film received recognition in Rangpur. It was an honour receiving an award for my work from the eminent director Morshedul Islam,” he recalled.
9-month long film festival concluded today
The 266 days long celebration kicked off initially at the district Shilpakala Academy on November 4, 2022.
Music video for Shermili Chatterjee’s cover song out on YouTube
The cover version has been re-arranged by AH Turjo, he is also responsible for directing the music video of the song. The video casts Shermili Chatterjee alongside Shyamal Mukherjee. The song has been released under the label of APS Entertainment BD. It has been produced by MD Helaluddin Hye.
Bangladeshi singer Shwapnil Shojib awarded ‘Best Rabindra Sangeet Artiste’ at Ananda Mela LA
With a deep understanding of Rabindranath's message, Shwapnil's melodious voice has managed to spread the charm of Rabindra Sangeet, not only in the hearts of Bangladeshi music lovers, but also to fans around the world.
Musician, vlogger Bushra Shahriar ties the knot
Bushra Shahriar is a musician, vlogger, and a PHD student at the Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee.
Winners of 26th Berger Young Painters’ Art Competition announced
The winners of the 26th Berger Young Painters’ Art Competition” (BYPAC) were announced in a ceremony held at Gulshan Club, Dhaka, recently. Six young and promising artists were rewarded for their brilliant artworks.
Joy Prakash becomes the champion of ‘Square Shurer Shera’
Besides excelling in their respective professional fields, the multinational company Square Group, provided their employees to explore their singing talent on the big stage with the musical reality show “Square Shurer Shera”.
Clinton: A riveting story about a young boy’s sacrifice
Filmmaker Prithviraj Das Gupta’s “Clinton” was screened at the 15th Children’s Film Festival 2022 under the ‘International Film Selection’ category.
Kamal Ahmed and Munira Yousuf collaborate for ‘Bajrokanther Kobi’
Noted singer Kamal Ahmed released a duet music video with reciter and actress Munira Yousuf Memi titled “Bajrokanther Kobi” on March 7.
Jibon Khan releases 'Kolponay Asho Bar Bar'
After a long break, talented singer Jibon Khan has released his new track, "Kolponay Asho Bar Bar.'
Gulshan Habib Razib releases song on Ekushey February with Humaira and Raja Bashir
The song, “Bangla Amar Bhasha, Bangla Maayer Bhasha”, accompanied by a music video, was released on the occasion of International Mother Language Day (February 21). The song is written by Gulshan Habib Razib and voiced by Humaira Bashir, while Raja Bashir is behind the music direction and arrangement.
Sheikh Mohsin’s ‘Aral’ released
Modern folk singer Sheikh Mohsin new release, ‘Aral’, was recently released online under the banner of G-series. Written and tuned by Lutfor Hasan, the music has been composed by Zahid Bashar Pankaj.
‘Amar Bangladesh’ strikes a chord with audiences
Celebrating 50 years of Bangladesh’s independence, plenty of creative content were made for TV and online media to pay tribute to the nation.
Bangladesh Betar’s Mustafizur receives BRAC Migration Media Award
In recognition to his contribution to ensure safe migration, Md Mustafizur Rahman, the deputy director of Bangladesh Betar, has been awarded 6th BRAC Migration Media Award.
Two generations of musicians come together for ‘Amar Bangladesh’
On the occasion of 50th anniversary of Bangladesh’s independence, renowned singers from Shadhin Bangla Betar Kendra and new generation singers have come together for the song “Amar Bangladesh.”
