Renowned Lalon singer Farida Parveen is in critical condition, with her natural breathing having ceased, according to her elder son Imam Zafar Nomani. He shared the heartbreaking news on social media, revealing that the artiste is currently on life support in the intensive care unit of a private medical college hospital in Dhaka.

Lumin, lead vocalist of the iconic rock band Feedback, premiered his musical film “Firey Esho” in Dhaka yesterday, with Universal Medical College Hospital hosting the event at the Empyrean Hotel.

Renowned Bangladeshi singer Rumana Morshed Kanak Chapa, whose melodious voice has touched millions, celebrates her birthday today. Born in 1969 in Dhaka’s Shantibagh, Kanak Chapa has enriched Bangla music with a versatile career spanning over 35 years.

Renowned Lalon singer Farida Parveen has been placed on life support as her physical condition has further deteriorated.

In its latest release for Coke Studio Bangla Season 3, “Long Distance Love” bridges oceans with melody while capturing how distance continues to test the human heart. Composed by Shuvendu Das Shuvo and penned by Ankan, the track carries soulful lyrics with theatrical visuals that speak to love stretched across miles.

Beyond playback, she has released 35 solo albums, expanding her repertoire beyond the silver screen. Kanak Chapa is also recognised as a writer, with three published books adding yet another dimension to her artistic identity.

Hilary Duff is officially making her return to music after a ten-year hiatus. Yesterday, the actress and singer revealed that she has signed with Atlantic Records and will soon release new songs — her first since the 2015 album “Breathe In. Breathe Out.” Now 37, Duff says she is ready to continue the musical journey she once paused.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a tribute this morning, called Hazarika’s music timeless, noting how his compositions “transcended borders and linguistic barriers for decades.” That universality is embodied in “Bistirna Parore” (popularly known in Bangla as “Bistirno Dupaare”), the song after which the voyage is named.

BLACKPINK’s Rosé, teaming up with Bruno Mars, took home Song of the Year for their global smash “APT”. Ariana Grande emerged as another standout, sweeping up Video of the Year and Best Pop for “Brighter Days Ahead”. In her acceptance speech, Grande cheekily thanked “my therapists and gay people,” before declaring, “I love you.”

Sabrina Carpenter has reclaimed the top spot on the Billboard 200 as her latest release, “Man’s Best Friend”, opens at No 1.

The Ministry of Cultural Affairs, in association with Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA), honoured legendary singer Sabina Yasmin with a special recognition on Sunday evening at the National Theatre Hall of the Academy, followed by her solo musical performance.

Renowned Nazrul Sangeet artiste Yasmin Mushtari grew up in a cultural family environment where literature, poetry, journalism, and music were integral. From childhood to the present day, she has remained immersed in music through performance, teaching, and practice. She began making her mark from an early age by participating in various competitions, including Bangladesh Television.

The duet’s delicate blend of emotion and melody made it one of the year’s most memorable soundtracks

The programme will also feature her solo musical performance, celebrating her timeless contributions to Bangladeshi music.

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.

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.

“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.

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.

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.

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.