In keeping with annual festive traditions, the music industry in Bangladesh has unveiled an extensive array of new song releases to mark the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha. The festive portfolio features a diverse blend of projects from legendary industry veterans alongside contemporary artists. These tracks are being distributed across major commercial production house networks as well as the independent YouTube channels of the respective musical artists. This comprehensive industry report details the major musical undertakings, collaborations, and releases scheduled for this Eid season.
Habib and Kaya Reunite After Two Decades
A prominent highlight of this festive season is the high-profile artistic reunion of music director Habib Wahid and folk vocalist Kaya. The duo previously generated widespread acclaim in 2003 with the seminal album Krishno, which pioneered the fusion of traditional Bangladeshi folk music with contemporary Western electronica and structural arrangements, featuring Kaya performing classic Baul tracks. This successful formula was maintained in their subsequent 2004 collaborative studio album Maya.
Following an extensive period of over two decades, the artists have converged once again for a new single titled “Koi Roila Re”. The collaborative track features additional contributions from the contemporary artist Muza. The music video is scheduled for official public release on 27 May on Habib Wahid’s official YouTube channel.
Major Solos and Diverse Collaborative Releases
A substantial volume of solo and dual musical projects have been prepared specifically for the Eid festivities, spanning various genres and visual formats:
Balam Unveils “Maula” Video: Following the audio release of four tracks from his fifth solo studio album, Maula, during Eid-ul-Fitr, singer-songwriter Balam is releasing the official music video for the titular track this Eid. The song, which includes the refrain “Maula Maula Maula, tui pana dere Maula”, was co-written by Rashid Newton and Balam.
Imran’s “Mon Bujhla Na”: Vocalist Imran Mahmudul presents his latest single titled “Mon Bujhla Na”. The track was written and composed by Gunjan Chowdhury, with Imran executing the vocal performance and the full musical arrangement. It will be hosted on his personal YouTube channel.
Avanthie and Amit’s “Prem”: Singer Avanthie Sithi has collaborated with Amit Dey on a romantic track titled “Prem”. Written by Shahan Kabandho with musical arrangements by Mir Masum, the project has been released via the T&T Consultancy London YouTube channel.
Asif and Rubaiyat’s Musical Film: Asif Akbar has paired with London-based vocalist Rubaiyat Jahan for a descriptive track titled “Ruposhi Srimangal”. The accompanying musical film, which highlights the history, heritage, and landscape of Srimangal, has been published on the Dhrubo Music Station YouTube channel.
Mahtim and Konal’s “Premkahini”: Tanveer Ahmed has penned and composed “Premkahini”, a duet rendered by Mahtim Shakib and Somnur Monir Konal. The music video, directed by Akram Khan, features models Sakib Siddique and Ahona Mime, and is available on the KM Music YouTube channel.
New Partnerships and Regional Themes
The current festive lineup also introduces several unique first-time pairings and regionally themed projects that expand the dynamic of modern Bangladeshi pop music:
| Song Title | Primary Vocalists | Key Creative Personnel | Distribution Channel |
| “Kan Pete Shon” | Mohammad Milan & Marzia Bushra Rodela | Lyrics: Mamun Afnan Rumi
Composition: Milan
Arrangement: M M Rony | YR Music YouTube Channel |
| “Tomar Rodela Akashe” | Sania Sultana Liza & Anik | Lyrics: Lalon Lohani
Arrangement: Nazir Mahmud
Video: Raj Biswas Shankar | Liza’s YouTube Channel |
| “Loke Bole” | Nusrat Faria feat. Fuad Al Muqtadir | Lyrics: Badhon
Arrangement: Fuad Al Muqtadir
Video: Baba Yadav | SVF Music & Bling Music |
| “Noakhaillya Maiya” | Zinia Zafrin Luipa Oyshee feat. Black Zang | Concept: Oyshee’s personal regional background and childhood upbringing | Oyshee’s YouTube Channel |
| “Mone Jodi Jhor” | Reza Karim | Lyrics and Composition: Shahadat Hossain Nadim
Arrangement: Nadim & Jewel Mahmud | Independent Release |
| “Mon Bujhi Na” | Zisan Khan Shuvo | Lyrics & Composition: Shuvo
Video: Rohit Raihan Saikat
Models: Partha Sheikh & Aisha Khan | Gaanchill Music |
Amongst these releases, “Kan Pete Shon” marks the definitive debut duet between Mohammad Milan and Marzia Bushra Rodela, featuring a narrative music video directed by Borhanuddin Miraj and featuring model Maliha Mashfirat Medha.
Concurrently, actress and singer Nusrat Faria returns to the musical arena after a three-year hiatus with “Loke Bole”, fully produced and arranged by the US-based musician Fuad Al Muqtadir. The visual production and choreography were managed by West Bengal’s Baba Yadav, with Fuad appearing alongside Faria in the video, scheduled for a 26 May release.
Furthermore, “Noakhaillya Maiya” represents a highly personal track for the artist Oyshee, celebrating her birth and upbringing in Maijdee, Noakhali, delivered in tandem with hip-hop artist Black Zang. Finally, Gaanchill Music will premier Zisan Khan Shuvo’s story-driven music video “Mon Bujhi Na” on 25 May, anchoring a highly competitive week of commercial festive releases.