Noted singer Kanak Chapa has strongly condemned the recent violence and unrest surrounding the death of Sharif Osman Bin Hadi, saying those responsible for attacks, vandalism and arson in the country’s art, literature and cultural spheres can never represent his ideals.

The 44th president shared his yearly roundup of favorite books, movies, and music on Friday, continuing a practice he established while in office. Among the selections were BLACKPINK’s energetic 2025 release “Jump” and the American film “One Battle After Another” starring Leonardo DiCaprio.

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In a social media post, Minar revealed that he performed alongside Atif Aslam at the university event. The Pakistani artiste praised Minar’s musical talents and offered words of encouragement, urging him to continue his journey in music.

The PIL takes direct aim at what the petitioner describes as a growing culture of false and misleading event advertising in the digital space.

To celebrate the Great Victory Day, a “Great Victory Day Celebration and Cultural Programme” will be held on December 28 with the participation of expatriate Bangladeshis living in Portugal.

A fraud case has been filed in a Dhaka court against organisers, including a co-founder of Main Stage Inc, following the cancellation of Pakistani singer Atif Aslam's December 13 concert and the alleged failure to refund tickets.

Titled “Apon Aloy Shahid Mahmud Jangi: Gaaney Gaaney Souttor,” the programme brought together musicians, writers, and cultural figures to reflect on Jangi’s contribution to Bangladeshi music. The event was organised by Ajob Karkhana.

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The recent wave of concert cancellations due to promotional campaigns and ticket sales without proper authorisation has created disappointment among fans, musicians, and organisers alike.

The performance took place at the Thikana News office, where Kabir appeared on stage alongside another vocalist as Mamdani joined them in the room.

The celebration drew music enthusiasts and well-wishers who gathered to commemorate the artiste’s enduring legacy in Bengali music.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Saidos Salehin Khaled Sumon, widely known in Bangladesh’s band music scene as “Bassbaba Sumon”, has looked back on his eventful musical journey and personal struggles in a recent television appearance. The lead vocalist and bassist of the band Artcell remains one of the most compelling figures in Bangladeshi rock, both for his artistic evolution and his resilience in the face of life-threatening challenges.

For Khairul Anam Shakil, celebrating five decades of music is not just a personal milestone; it is a reflection of Bangladesh’s cultural heartbeat. As a celebrated Nazrul Sangeet exponent and General Secretary of the Bangladesh Nazrul Sangeet Sangstha (BNSS), Shakil has devoted his life to teaching, performing, and preserving the legacy of Kazi Nazrul Islam.

The consultation brought together distinguished representatives from government, private, and other music institutions across Dhaka and divisional levels.

Fan outrage intensified yesterday after Atif Aslam announced that his much-anticipated Dhaka concert had been cancelled. Until his statement, Main Stage Inc,  the organisers of “X Force Presents Atif Aslam at Main Stage Show Powered by Foodi” continued urging fans to buy tickets, repeatedly posting reminders such as “Final 4 Hours Left” and “Last 60 Minutes” before ticket sales closed.

Despite Atif Aslam publicly confirming his return to Bangladesh and organisers repeatedly assuring fans that the show would proceed as planned, the much-anticipated “X Force presents Atif Aslam at Main Stage” concert has been called off.

More than 50 acclaimed artistes from India and around the world are set to convene at Mumbai’s National Centre for Performing Arts (NCPA) for “Maestro Forever”, a two-day tribute commemorating the first death anniversary of legendary tabla maestro Zakir Hussain.

With the national election approaching, Hamin Ahmed, a leading member of the popular band Miles, has called on political parties to present clear plans for music and culture in their election manifestos.

A special musical gathering titled “Apon Aloy Shahid Mahmud Jangi: Gane Gane Sattor” will be held on 12 December to celebrate the 70-year life and creative journey of renowned Bangladeshi lyricist Shahid Mahmud Jangi, whose contribution shaped the soundscape of the country’s band music in the 1980s and 1990s.