Songs written, composed and musically directed by Alauddin Ali have captivated audiences for generations. Across films, radio and television, he created nearly 5,000 songs. He was born on 24 December 1952 in Bashbari village of Tongibari upazila, Munshiganj.

Pop music in Bangladesh continues to evolve, with artistes constantly experimenting across genres. However, Alif Alauddin has always identified herself as a pop artiste and has chosen to stay within that space, even though the industry encourages constant change.

A private man by nature, Alauddin Ali avoided publicity. Music was his chosen language.

Celebrated composer and music director Alauddin Ali was hospitalised recently due to respiratory illness. Being a cancer survivor has already left his lungs weaker.

Renowned composer and music director Alauddin Ali has been hospitalised with respiratory illness.