At the 2024 Grammy Awards in February, Swift claimed the coveted Album of the Year award for “Midnights”. This marked her fourth win in the category, a feat unmatched in music history. Previously, she had won for “Fearless” (2010), “1989” (2015), and “Folklore” (2021).  

This year, an estimated 50 Bangladeshi films have been released. Among these, only a handful have achieved commercial success. Then again, despite not performing well at the box office, other cinematic aspects like actors, actresses, and film songs have managed to remain at the centre of discussions throughout the year.

Guitarist Oni Hasan has reached a significant milestone by establishing an endorsement deal with the prestigious Seymour Duncan Pickups, joining the ranks of legends like Dimebag Darrell and Kurt Cobain.

In 2024, we lost several prominent figures from the entertainment world. Though they have departed, their contributions to film, television, music, and dance will remain etched in our memories. Here are some of the individuals we lost this year.

A woman who has accused Jay-Z and Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexually assaulting her when she was 13 years old, has been granted permission to continue her lawsuit under anonymity—for the time being—a judge ruled yesterday.

Tonight, SI Shumon will release a song, tuned by Ayub Bachchu 21 years ago, on his official YouTube channel and various digital platforms. The track, titled “Shopney Dekha Ochinpurey”, marks an important milestone in Shumon’s music career, highlighting his unique style and new creative direction.

Elita Karim has released her new album "Chini Der Chamoch" to end the year on a musical note. The 4-track EP includes lyrics by the esteemed Shahid Mahmud Jangi and compositions by renowned musician Pilu Khan. Under the banner of Aajob records, the launch event took place yesterday at a café in the capital. 

Chirkutt unveiled a new song yesterday, titled "Jana Holo Na," which was shared on their Facebook page

This prestigious recognition, usually reserved for artistes who have been under recognised, will celebrate Prince's iconic and influential career.

The 13th Sanjeeb Festival, celebrating the birth anniversary of legendary lyricist and musician Sanjeeb Choudhury, will take place on December 25 at 3pm at Sanjeeb Chattar on the TSC premises of Dhaka University.

Renowned musician Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is set to perform at the BPL T20 Music Fest, slated for December 23 at Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla Stadium. The event will also be held at the tournament’s two other locations, Chattogram and Sylhet, in the coming days.

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has finally arrived in Bangladesh, to specifically perform at a concert in Dhaka titled "Echoes of Revolution." The Pakistani singer touched down at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at midnight on Friday.

Minhaz Ahmed Piklu, former guitarist of iconic Bangladeshi bands Rockstrata and Aurthohin, passed away yesterday around 9pm. He was 56.

The legendary tabla virtuoso, Ustad Zakir Hussain, was laid to rest on Thursday at a cemetery near San Francisco. As a heartfelt homage, renowned Indian percussionist A Sivamani, accompanied by fellow artistes, performed an evocative drum ensemble nearby.

BTS member V recently unveiled a new track, “White Christmas,” featuring the iconic Bing Crosby. Shortly after its release, the song secured a position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. 

In an unexpected move, two major festivals slated for Dhaka’s Army Stadium have been postponed due to security concerns and the sudden cancellation of venue bookings. The highly anticipated International Folk Music Festival and Bengal Foundation's Classical Music Festival have both been put on hold, leaving event organisers and attendees in uncertainty.

To show support for the families of the martyrs and injured from the July-August uprising, renowned South Asian musician Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is set to perform in Dhaka at a concert titled “Echoes of Revolution.”

Music enthusiasts in Dhaka are gearing up for an unforgettable experience as the Pakistani band Kaavish is set to headline “Dhaka Dreams,” a two-day concert scheduled for January 10 and 11, 2025, at Senaprangan.

After nearly two years, the much-discussed Arekta Rock Band is set to make a comeback to the concert stage. For the first time in almost four years, the band will reunite with its founding members for a live performance.  

The film has received a “U” grade censor certificate, deeming it suitable for audiences of all ages. “Priyo Maloti” has already been showcased at the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) and the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), earning official selections and widespread acclaim. Despite its deeply local context, the film’s themes resonate universally, allowing international audiences to connect with its story and characters.