Five timeless romantic songs that celebrate Shabnam’s legacy

Legendary actress Shabnam is one of the most iconic leading ladies in Bangladeshi cinema. Over the course of her illustrious career, she established herself as a formidable presence not only in Dhaka’s film industry but also in the cinema of what was then Pakistan. Across the two countries, she acted in more than 180 films.

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Today, Monday (August 17), marks the birthday of the celebrated actress. Born in 1946, Shabnam turns 80 today.

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Shabnam remained a prominent figure in cinema from the 1960s through to the late 1990s. Her final film was “Ammajan”. Among her notable films are “E Desh Tomar Amar”, “Rajdhani’r Buke”, “Harano Din”, “Chanda”, "Talash”, “Sandhi”, “Sahadharmini", "Shorto” and “Julie”.

To mark the legendary actress’s birth anniversary, here are five timeless love songs from some of her most memorable films.

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‘Tomare Legechhe Eto Je Bhalo, Chand Bujhi Jane’ — Rajdhani’r Buke

Starring Shabnam and Rahman, the song from “Rajdhani’r Buke” was sung by Talat Mahmood. The lyrics were penned by KG Mustafa.

‘Nodi O Akash’ — Nacher Putul

Featuring Rajjak and Shabnam, this song from “Nacher Putul" was sung by Sabina Yasmin. The lyrics were written by Ahmed Zaman Chowdhury, with music composed by Robin Ghosh.

‘Aynate Oi Mukh Dekhbe Jokhon’ — Nacher Putul

Another memorable song from “Nacher Putul”, starring Shabnam and Razzak, this track was sung by Mahmudunnabi. The lyrics were written by KG Mustafa, while Robin Ghosh composed the music.

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‘Ekta Chithi Likhe Dao’ — Sandhi

Starring Rajjak and Shabnam, this song from “Sandhi” features the voices of Subir Nandi and Sabina Yasmin. The lyrics were written by Gazi Mazharul Anwar, with music composed by Satya Saha.

‘Bujhina Mon Je Dole’ — Harano Din

Featuring Shabnam and Rahman, this song from “Harano Din” was sung by Ferdousi Rahman. The lyrics were written by poet Azizur Rahman, while Robin Ghosh composed the music.