Shithi Saha collaborates with Pakistani sensation Shafqat Amanat Ali

Talented singer Shithi Saha has collaborated with prominent singer-songwriter-composer Shafqat Amanat Ali for the classical number "Raat Jaga Pakhi".

This is the first time that the Pakistani singing sensation has voiced a Bengali song.

Presented by Meril, a launching programme was held yesterday evening at the Capital's Impetus Lounge.

The official launching of the music video of "Raat Jaga Pakhi" was inaugurated by the chief guest, eminent actor and former Cultural Affairs Minister Asaduzzaman Noor MP and special guest, Chairman of Square Group, Samuel S Chowdhury.

The song has been tuned and written by Indian composer Indraadip Dasguspta.

The music video of the track has been directed by Shahrear Polock. It features actor ABM Sumon and Shithi. Video direction has been handled by Prekkhagriho Visual Factory.

The song "Raat Jaga Pakhi'' along with a soft toned classical themed video is available to watch at Shithi's official YouTube channel.

After the inauguration, Shithi mesmerised the audience by performing in some of her original tracks.

Renowned personalities including Habib Wahid and Omar Sani, alongside artistes of the cultural arena, were also present at the ceremony.

Shithi's debut album "Kichhu Bolbo Bole", a compilation of Tagore songs, was released in 2005. She made her playback debut with Ferdous Wahid in the Mostofa Kamal Raz directorial film "Projapoti".

The multi-faceted artiste, besides singing, anchors television shows and acts occasionally.