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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Music
Uttoradhikar: Ayub Bachchu’s legacy lives on through a new generation
16 August 2026
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Entertainment
Before his voice became iconic, Ayub Bachchu composed these classics
16 August 2026
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Entertainment
I can’t explain what Ayub Bachchu meant for me: James
15 August 2026
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Music
20 legendary Ayub Bachchu songs reimagined in tribute to late maestro
15 August 2026
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Music
Four bands to perform at ‘Soccerama’ marking Claudio Caniggia’s Dhaka visit
15 August 2026
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Entertainment
'Badhonhara Brishtidhara' ushers in monsoon melodies at Chhayanaut
14 August 2026
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Entertainment
BTS’ V reveals hearing problem as Jungkook performs through shin injury
13 August 2026
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Music
Souls releases unplugged rendition of ‘E Emon Porichoy’
13 August 2026
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Dua Lipa sues Samsung over alleged unauthorised use of image
Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, accusing the tech giant of using her image on television packaging without permission.
11 May 2026
Balam explores Sufi-inspired soundscape in ‘Maola’
Popular Bangladeshi singer Balam is returning with a full-length album after more than a decade. Titled “Maola”, the project marks the musician’s fifth solo album and his first complete album release in many years.
11 May 2026
Bangladesh’s Sanjoy to perform at FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony
Bangladeshi-American DJ Sanjoy is among the featured performers and will appear in the United States’ opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on June 12, where the US will face Paraguay. The main stage will also feature global stars such as Katy Perry and BLACKPINK’s Lisa.
9 May 2026
‘Rabindra Utsab 1433’: Chhayanaut marks Tagore’s birth anniversary with evocative renditions
The first evening of Chhayanaut’s two-day “Rabindra Utsab 1433” unfolded yesterday at the Chhayanaut Milonayoton, as artistes and audiences gathered to celebrate the 1433rd birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore through music, recitation and performance.
8 May 2026
Nripendra Lal Das, Bulbul Islam to receive Bangla Academy’s Rabindra Award
Prof Das will receive the award for his contributions to Rabindranath Tagore research, while Bulbul Islam is being recognised for his work in Rabindra Sangeet.
8 May 2026
Souls celebrates Tagore with new musical rendition
To mark the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, legendary Bangladeshi band Souls has released a special rendition of the iconic song “Megh Boleche Jabo Jabo Ebar”, featuring vocals by Partha Barua. The track premiered on the band’s YouTube channel and Spotify on Thursday (May 7) at 5:00pm.
8 May 2026
A deeper absence: Beyond the rituals of Rabindranath
It is easier to preserve the grand aesthetics of Tagore than to confront the difficult ones. Rabindra Sangeet survives in carefully rehearsed cadence, quotations circulate endlessly online, and institutions commemorate him with ritual precision.
8 May 2026
Sanchita Rakhi revives Tagore classic on 165th birth anniversary
The classic and widely cherished Tagore composition has been reintroduced to contemporary listeners through a modern musical arrangement.
7 May 2026
Symphony No. 9: The sound Beethoven could no longer hear, but the world still can't forget
Deaf, isolated and tormented, Beethoven created a work more than two centuries ago that still speaks with startling urgency
7 May 2026
Michael Jackson tops global streaming charts 17 years after death
The report also stated that Jackson currently leads on Apple Music, iTunes, YouTube, Shazam and Deezer, while narrowly trailing Bieber on Spotify.
7 May 2026
Shilpakala to celebrate Tagore’s 165th birth anniversary with four-day programme
Organised with support from the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, the event will feature Rabindra Sangeet, dance, recitations, discussions, theatre productions and an art exhibition dedicated to the Nobel laureate poet.
7 May 2026
Runa Laila refutes death rumours circulating online
Legendary Bangladeshi singer Runa Laila has dismissed rumours surrounding her death, calling them “strange misinformation” after false reports spread widely across social media following an event in Delhi.
6 May 2026
Ashes to release new songs every 15 days from upcoming albums
Popular Bangladeshi band Ashes has announced a staggered release strategy for its upcoming music, confirming that new songs will be unveiled every 15 days as part of two albums — “Bivrom” and “Danahin Pakhi”.
5 May 2026
Sujit Mustafa and Munmun Ahmed set for joint stage debut
Married since 1993, the two have built parallel careers in music and dance but have not previously appeared together as co-performers. Munmun Ahmed said the idea grew from audience interest in seeing a joint presentation. “We understand each other well. This kind of collaboration can create a distinct stage experience,” she said.
5 May 2026
Mila sings ‘Gulguli Pitha’ for ‘Malik’
With Eid-ul-Azha approaching, anticipation is building around the release of “Malik”, starring Arifin Shuvoo. Adding to the buzz, the film has already wrapped shooting for its vibrant item number “Gulguli Pitha” at the FDC.
5 May 2026
Viral video shows James teaching son to play drums
A heartwarming family video of popular band icon James, widely known as Nagar Baul, has gone viral on social media, showing the musician teaching his young son Jibran Anam how to play the drums.
5 May 2026
Odd Signature to launch debut album ‘Jogotmoncho’
Bangladeshi band Odd Signature is set to unveil its first album “Jogotmoncho” at a solo concert in Chattogram on May 15.
4 May 2026
Dhaka to host Rabindra Sangeet festival marking Tagore’s birth anniversary
Organised by the Bangladesh Rabindra Sangeet Shilpi Sangstha, the 37th edition of the festival will take place at the Liberation War Museum auditorium in Agargaon. Preparations are now in their final stage, with artists engaged in regular rehearsals.
4 May 2026
Britney Spears charged with driving under influence
Pop star Britney Spears has been charged in California with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, authorities confirmed on Thursday (April 30).
3 May 2026
‘Becoming stale kills careers’
Now, fresh off the release of “2nd Nayok”, a collaboration with Nuhash Humayun, the indomitable composer-turned-actor looks to return to his roots as the poster boy of Bangla independent hits.
3 May 2026