Coke Studio Bangla’s ‘Mulluk’ remembers a homeland lost to time
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Grammys reconsider Asian Pop category after BTS opts out of 2027 awards
17 August 2026
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Shah Rukh Khan to star in AR Rahman’s tribute music video for Asha Bhosle
17 August 2026
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Uttoradhikar: Ayub Bachchu’s legacy lives on through a new generation
16 August 2026
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Before his voice became iconic, Ayub Bachchu composed these classics
16 August 2026
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I can’t explain what Ayub Bachchu meant for me: James
15 August 2026
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20 legendary Ayub Bachchu songs reimagined in tribute to late maestro
15 August 2026
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Four bands to perform at ‘Soccerama’ marking Claudio Caniggia’s Dhaka visit
15 August 2026
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'Badhonhara Brishtidhara' ushers in monsoon melodies at Chhayanaut
14 August 2026
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BTS’ V reveals hearing problem as Jungkook performs through shin injury
13 August 2026
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Mahtim Shakib and Sanzida Mahmood Nandita crowned Best Singer
The duet’s delicate blend of emotion and melody made it one of the year’s most memorable soundtracks
7 September 2025
Sabina Yasmin to be honoured at Shilpakala tomorrow
The programme will also feature her solo musical performance, celebrating her timeless contributions to Bangladeshi music.
6 September 2025
’90s Bengali music to take centre stage in new Maasranga TV show
Research suggests that the 1990s marked one of the richest chapters in Bangladeshi music, with the audio industry and film songs thriving side by side. Celebrating that golden era, Maasranga Television is launching a new programme titled “Nineties Music Story”, which will air every Saturday at 12 midnight.
5 September 2025
Sabina Yasmin’s 71st Birthday: Shakib Khan shares emotional tribute
Stars from various sectors of showbiz including Dhallywood megastar Shakib Khan have extended their heartfelt wishes to legendary Bangladeshi singer Sabina Yasmin on her 71st birthday.
5 September 2025
Tim Burton brings gothic flair to Lady Gaga’s new video ‘The Dead Dance’
“The Dead Dance” appears on an extended edition of Gaga’s album “Mayhem”, now available on streaming platforms, alongside two fresh tracks, “Can’t Stop the High” and “Kill for Love”, Speculation about the video first surfaced in July, when Gaga was spotted filming with Burton at Mexico City’s haunting Island of the Dolls. At Spotify and Netflix’s “Wednesday” Graveyard Gala last week, she confirmed both the single and her cameo on the show.
4 September 2025
Farida Parveen’s health deteriorates, admitted to ICU
Renowned Lalon singer Farida Parveen has once again fallen critically ill and is currently undergoing treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Universal Medical College Hospital in Dhaka.
4 September 2025
Lady Gaga to debut in ‘Wednesday’ Season 2 today
Gaga, who recently announced that her new single “The Dead Dance” will be released today as part of the series’ soundtrack, said she was thrilled to join the project. “I’m a huge fan of the show and had so much fun appearing in it to support ‘The Dead Dance’,” she said.
3 September 2025
Stars assemble to celebrate Sabina Yasmin’s birthday
Today marks the birthday of legendary singer Sabina Yasmin, one of the most celebrated voices in Bangladeshi music. To honour the occasion, Channel i is hosting a festive gathering, bringing together stars from across the industry.
3 September 2025
BTS to film new music video in US, comeback album eyed for March 2026
BTS is gearing up for a long-awaited full-group comeback. After spending nearly two months in Los Angeles working on new material, the group has now returned to South Korea, though only briefly. According to South Korean media outlet Star News, RM, Jin, SUGA, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook will soon head back to the US to film the music video for their upcoming track. The group is reportedly targeting March 2026 for the release of their new album.
3 September 2025
Srijoni Tania takes ‘Charyapada’ on Europe tour
Sadhika Srijoni Tania, accompanied by researcher–performer Simon Zakaria, has carried the haunting resonance of ancient Bengali “Charyapada” across Europe throughout August, reviving a thousand-year-old tradition in new cultural landscapes. From university lecture halls to radio waves and open-air stages, the pair transformed what is often treated as brittle manuscript material into a living, breathing performance.
2 September 2025
Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Rubayyat Jahan unite for Bangla duet
Celebrated Pakistani playback singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, whose voice has mesmerised listeners across South Asia, is set to release a new Bangla track. This time, he has joined forces with Bangladeshi singer Rubayyat Jahan for a duet titled “Tumi Amar Prem Piyasha”.
31 August 2025
Taylor Swift crowned Billboard’s top artist of the 21st century
The top 10 list also includes Drake, Rihanna, Post Malone, Eminem, The Weeknd, Beyoncé, Justin Bieber, Bruno Mars, and Usher. Only Eminem, Usher, and Beyoncé debuted before 2000, highlighting the dominance of newer artists in this century.
31 August 2025
Reminiscing Abdul Jabbar’s five most beloved songs
The day marks the death anniversary of esteemed vocalist Abdul Jabbar, who passed away eight years ago. The late Ekushey Padak and Independence Award (Swadhinata Padak) recipient earned lasting recognition through his playback songs and his stirring performances at Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra during the Liberation War.
30 August 2025
Bengal Parampara Sangeetalay hosts annual certificate award ceremony
The Bengal Parampara Sangeetalay held its Annual Certificate Award Ceremony on Friday evening (August 29) at its Dhanmondi premises, celebrating the dedication and achievements of its students and teachers in classical music.
30 August 2025
Hatirpool Sessions Season 3 drops new track ‘Unmukh Angshik’
Hatirpool Sessions has unveiled its latest track, “Unmukh Angshik”, as part of Season 3. The song premiered yesterday at 8pm on the official Hatirpool Sessions YouTube channel.
30 August 2025
Tahsan to celebrate silver jubilee of music career in Australia
Tahsan Khan formed an alternative rock band with friends back in 1998. However, his professional music career began two years later with the band Black. Counting from then, Tahsan has now completed 25 years in music. To mark the silver jubilee of his career, the artiste is set to embark on a music tour in Australia.
30 August 2025
Green Day’s ‘New Years Rev’ to premiere at Toronto Int’l Film Fest
Green Day is gearing up to bring their signature chaos and charm to the big screen with “New Years Rev”, a road trip comedy directed by Lee Kirk. The film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) on September 12, and according to the band, “Toronto is just the beginning.”
29 August 2025
Fahmida Nabi to release new song ‘Meghla Akash’
Renowned singer Fahmida Nabi has released a new duet titled “Meghla Akash”, a song that captures the mood of rain. The lyrics are penned by Abdul and Sohana. The composition and arrangement have been crafted by Abdul, who also lends his voice alongside Fahmida Nabi.
29 August 2025
Radiohead’s ‘Let Down’ re-enters Billboard Hot 100, 28 years after release
Radiohead has returned to the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time in 17 years — not with a new release, but with their 1997 classic “Let Down”. The track from their studio album “OK Computer” debuted at 91 on the chart dated August 30, marking its first-ever appearance on the Hot 100.
28 August 2025
Musical film ‘Shanjher Anchole’ pays tribute to Kazi Nazrul Islam
In commemoration of the 49th death anniversary of the legendary rebellious poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, filmmaker Chayanika Chowdhury shared details about her musical film “Shanjher Anchole”.
27 August 2025