Justin Bieber has been a mainstay of the pop charts for the majority of his life, beginning his ascent at the tender age of 13. After captivating audiences on YouTube with his heartfelt covers, he signed with renowned manager Scooter Braun, marking the start of a career that would soon redefine teen stardom. By the […]

In the ongoing journey towards building an inclusive Bangladesh, religious and cultural festivals play a pivotal role in fostering unity, harmony, and shared human values. In this spirit, the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy is set to host a special cultural programme to mark Christmas, the largest religious festival of the Christian community, on 25 December. The […]

The winter concert season in Dhaka is facing increasing complications, particularly with international performers. Earlier this year, the Pakistani band Kavish performed at the Dhaka Dreams concert. However, ten months later, in December, band members Jaffer Zaidi and Maj Maudud returned to Dhaka for the planned Wavefest: Feel This Winter concert on 5 December — […]

In response to recent violent attacks on the enduring Bengali cultural heritage and the spirit of free thought, Chayanat, one of Bangladesh’s foremost cultural organisations, is hosting a “Song of Solidarity” gathering this afternoon. The event is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. outside Chayanat’s Cultural Centre in Dhanmondi, Dhaka, and aims to deliver a strong message […]

The British music scene has lost one of its most enduring talents. Christopher Anton Rea, widely known as Chris Rea, passed away today at the age of 74. According to his family, Rea was taken to hospital earlier in the day after falling seriously ill, where he ultimately breathed his last. The news has been […]

As Victory Month unfolds, Dhaka is set to resonate with music, art and creative expression through a distinctive cultural gathering organised by the Bengal Foundation. From tomorrow until 27 December, the four-day festival titled Prane Ano Gaan will celebrate the spirit of Bangladesh’s Liberation War while showcasing the depth and diversity of Bengali cultural heritage. […]

Renowned Bangladeshi band Shironamhin was scheduled to perform at the second convocation ceremony of Rajshahi’s Barendra University. However, late on Saturday evening (20 December), the university administration announced the cancellation of the cultural programme, citing security concerns. Following this sudden decision, a number of guests present at the event speculated that the band had deliberately […]