Kazi Nazrul Islam
ESSAY / On the national anthem of Bangladesh: An apologetic discourse (part two)
The question here should be: Why does the nationality of the poet matter if the sentiment and emotional dimensions are the central focus that keeps the dynamic of a national anthem active?
POETRY / The wheel of change
Eternity collapses at the wheel of change. / Past is lost
ESSAY / Bangladesh’s writers on Wikipedia: Abbasuddin Ahmed and Humayun Kabir
If such writers lived in, and contributed to the literary legacy of, other countries, I will offer a compromise and propose a hyphenated identity.
Sporshia to portray Nazrul's wife in upcoming Tollywood biopic
A film about the national poet of Bangladesh is currently being produced in West Bengal. Tollywood producer Abdul Alim is behind the project, which is titled “Kazi Nazrul Islam”.
POETRY / Swapane eshechilo mridubhashini
Translated by Mohammad Shafiqul Islam
Bangladesh honours Kazi Nazrul Islam's enduring legacy on 48th death anniversary
Today, August 27, marks the 48th death anniversary of Kazi Nazrul Islam, a day of reflection and tribute across the nation. Among the many commemorations, Desh Natok, a prominent theatre group, will stage two plays at the Bangladesh Mahila Samiti to honour the legendary poet.
Adila Noor’s tribute to Kazi Nazrul Islam in Melbourne
Recently, the Chandler Community Centre in Melbourne came alive with the programme titled "Shompurno Nazrul" — a solo musical event presented by the musical organisation Surlok.
#Perspective / Rediscovering patriotic songs: Old melodies that united a new generation
What can songs do? A lot, actually! They can win hearts and also aid in unsettling an entire system and dethroning the powerful. We have been reminded of the latter during the recent student protests and a powerful reminder it was as the Gen Z of Bangladesh took old, patriotic songs and used them in a modern context.
BOOK REVIEW: NONFICTION / Exploring The Rebel’s call to revolution
Review of ‘Bidrohi Puran’ (Pendulum Books, 2024) by Arif Rahman
On the national anthem of Bangladesh: An apologetic discourse (part two)
The question here should be: Why does the nationality of the poet matter if the sentiment and emotional dimensions are the central focus that keeps the dynamic of a national anthem active?
The wheel of change
Eternity collapses at the wheel of change. / Past is lost
Bangladesh’s writers on Wikipedia: Abbasuddin Ahmed and Humayun Kabir
If such writers lived in, and contributed to the literary legacy of, other countries, I will offer a compromise and propose a hyphenated identity.
Sporshia to portray Nazrul's wife in upcoming Tollywood biopic
A film about the national poet of Bangladesh is currently being produced in West Bengal. Tollywood producer Abdul Alim is behind the project, which is titled “Kazi Nazrul Islam”.
Swapane eshechilo mridubhashini
Translated by Mohammad Shafiqul Islam
Bangladesh honours Kazi Nazrul Islam's enduring legacy on 48th death anniversary
Today, August 27, marks the 48th death anniversary of Kazi Nazrul Islam, a day of reflection and tribute across the nation. Among the many commemorations, Desh Natok, a prominent theatre group, will stage two plays at the Bangladesh Mahila Samiti to honour the legendary poet.
Adila Noor’s tribute to Kazi Nazrul Islam in Melbourne
Recently, the Chandler Community Centre in Melbourne came alive with the programme titled "Shompurno Nazrul" — a solo musical event presented by the musical organisation Surlok.
Rediscovering patriotic songs: Old melodies that united a new generation
What can songs do? A lot, actually! They can win hearts and also aid in unsettling an entire system and dethroning the powerful. We have been reminded of the latter during the recent student protests and a powerful reminder it was as the Gen Z of Bangladesh took old, patriotic songs and used them in a modern context.
Exploring The Rebel’s call to revolution
Review of ‘Bidrohi Puran’ (Pendulum Books, 2024) by Arif Rahman
‘Non-communal Spirit and Nazrul’: Honouring the Rebel Poet’s clarion call for equality
Highlighting the universal appeal of Nazrul's poetry, Dr Kamal, who is also a poet, stressed the need to expand translation efforts to present the rich literary heritage of Bengal on the global stage. He urged bringing masterpieces of Bangla literature, including Nazrul's transcendent works, to readers across the world through high-quality translations. This would not only honour the genius of pioneers like the Rebel Poet but also facilitate a wider appreciation and understanding of the region's literary and cultural legacy among international audiences.