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Rupankar Returns with Heartfelt Song— A Soulful Cross-Border Collaboration

Rupankar Returns with Heartfelt Song— A Soulful Cross-Border Collaboration

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Renowned Indian singer Rupankar Bagchi, a beloved figure in Bengali music across India and Bangladesh, has just released a brand-new Bangladeshi song titled “Kemon Acho Tumi” (How Are You?), under the banner of Ajob Records. Despite his widespread popularity in Bangladesh, Rupankar has recorded only a few tracks specifically for the country—making this release all the more special. The emotionally resonant song is penned by lyricist Mahmud Manjur and brought to life through the composition and music arrangement of Joy Shahriar. Speaking about the project, Mahmud Manjur shared, “There’s nothing left to prove about Rupankar’s voice—it’s iconic. He’s an artist who is truly vital to Bengali music. This song was created some time ago, but we waited for the right moment to release it. I be...
Toffee unveils revamped platform for a smarter, smoother entertainment experience

Toffee unveils revamped platform for a smarter, smoother entertainment experience

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Toffee, the country's leading digital entertainment platform, has launched a fully revamped version of its app, offering users a more exciting, intuitive, and immersive experience across Android, iOS, Web, and Android TV. The new platform features a refreshed design and upgraded functionalities that make discovering and enjoying content more intuitive, seamless, and personalized than ever before. With a redesigned user interface, users are welcomed into a cleaner, more visually engaging environment that's easier to navigate across all devices and geared towards showcasing content for better discoverability. The smarter search options and refined content organization help viewers quickly find their favorite shows, movies, and live streams, reducing browsing time and enhancing overall satis...
Grameenphone, Chorki team up : Customers can now purchase contents using  mobile balance

Grameenphone, Chorki team up : Customers can now purchase contents using  mobile balance

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In a major step towards simplifying digital entertainment access, Grameenphone, the country’s leading telecommunications provider, has partnered with Chorki, Bangladesh’s premier entertainment platform, to enable users to purchase premium subscriptions directly using their mobile balance. The announcement was made at an event held at Chorki’s office in Dhaka on 5th May, 2025 evening. Top officials from both Grameenphone and Chorki were present at the signing ceremony. Representing Grameenphone were Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Yasir Azman, Chief Product Officer (CPO) Solaiman Alam, Zahiduz Zaman, Head of Digital Platform, Payment & Partnership, along with other senior executives. From Prothom Alo, Editor Matiur Rahman, Executive Editor Sajjad Sharif, Managing Editor Anisul Haque, D...
Bangla-dubbed version of ‘Descendants of the Sun’ to Stream on Toffee

Bangla-dubbed version of ‘Descendants of the Sun’ to Stream on Toffee

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K-drama fans in Bangladesh are in for a treat as Toffee, the country's leading digital entertainment platform, is set to premiere the Bangla-dubbed version of 'Descendants of the Sun' on 1 May. Widely regarded as one of the most iconic Korean dramas of all time, 'Descendants of the Sun' holds an impressive IMDB rating of 8.2. For the first time, viewers will be able to experience this global phenomenon in Bangla, with popular local celebrities Rafiath Rashid Mithila, Irfan Sajjad, and ABM Sumon lending their voices to the characters, offering audiences a richer and more enjoyable viewing experience. Golam Kibria, Chief Digital Officer (CDO) of Banglalink, said, "At Toffee, we are attuned to what our audience wants and loves. The growing K-drama fanbase in Bangladesh clearly reflects a st...
Stories of Grit That Inspire a Generation

Stories of Grit That Inspire a Generation

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Success is often romanticized—flattened into trophies, headlines, and Instagram captions. But behind every image that commands admiration lies the invisible: years of resistance, repetition, and resolve. Directed by filmmaker Tanvir Mahmud Dip, the film features three Bangladeshis who have emerged as unlikely but undeniable icons in their fields: Sura Krishna Chakma, KM Asad, and Kashfia Afra. Together, they sketch a narrative of quiet defiance—each choosing perseverance over predictability, and conviction over convenience. From the hill tracts of Rangamati, boxer Sura Krishna Chakma has been fighting long before he ever stepped into a ring. Navigating limited resources and systemic neglect, Sura carved his name into national consciousness through sheer willpower. His story, anchoring th...
Akij Tableware Art of Plating: Season 2 Premieres on Today

Akij Tableware Art of Plating: Season 2 Premieres on Today

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Get ready for Akij Tableware Art of Plating: Season 2, premiering Today April 25, 2025, and turning food into art! Airing weekends on Bangla Vision at 8:15 PM, RTV at 7:10 PM, Deepto Television at 9:30 PM, and streaming on Chorki with new episodes every Friday and Saturday, this vibrant reality show celebrates Bangladesh’s culinary soul. Rooted in Bengali traditions of family and hospitality, contestants transform dishes like fish curries and creamy dal into visual poetry, blending heritage with modern flair. Following its 2022 debut, Season 2 brings high-energy challenges and showcases local talent, from aspiring chefs to home cooks, competing for the “Plating Maestro” title. The grand prize includes BDT 10,00,000, a professional culinary course, national media exposure, and an exclusi...
SOULS to Celebrate 50 Years of Iconic Journey with ‘Mastercard Presents SOULS Unplugged’ – An Exclusive Musical Experience

SOULS to Celebrate 50 Years of Iconic Journey with ‘Mastercard Presents SOULS Unplugged’ – An Exclusive Musical Experience

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M&M Business Communications is proud to announce "Mastercard Presents SOULS Unplugged: 50 Years of Timeless Music", a landmark event celebrating five decades of Bangladesh’s most iconic rock band — SOULS. The much-anticipated unplugged concert will take place on 2nd May 2025 at the city’s premier venue, Radisson Blu Chattogram Bay View, promising a night of soul-stirring nostalgia, artistry, and emotion. With Mastercard as the Title Partner, this milestone celebration marks more than just an anniversary — it is a moment in history. Tickets for the much-anticipated exclusive show will officially open on April 17, 2025: https://mastercard.sslcommerz.com/souls50/. Fans can get more information from the event page (https://facebook.com/events/s/souls-unplugged-50-years-of-ti/15919540314...
Morshed Khan- The Renowned Bass Guitarist

Morshed Khan- The Renowned Bass Guitarist

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Morshed Khan is a renowned bass guitarist as well as a freelance music director, composer, and music arranger. His musical journey started in 1987 with the Band Root Finder, and after a year, it was renamed as Orpheus. At one fell swoop, he joined the band Crystal Ship, who has played some cover numbers, and participated with many other bands, like Phantom Lord, a rock metal band and Winning, a very popular band till 1999. During his very long journey, he has worked with the country’s legendary solo artists’ country notably, Feroze Sai, Azam Khan, Lucky Akhand, Shubir Nondi, Abdul Hadi, Khurshid Alom, Abida Sultana, Rafiqul Alam, Apel Mahmood, and Ferdous Wahid at their live performances as well as studio recordings. It is also notable that he has worked with fabulous band musicians Ayub ...
Facebook launches podcast series #FacebookIRL Stories to inspire young adult users

Facebook launches podcast series #FacebookIRL Stories to inspire young adult users

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Every day, more and more young people, particularly young adults (18-29), are coming to Facebook to find out more about the world around them. It is a platform for users to navigate through different stages of life and do something meaningful for themselves as well as the community. To help young adults navigate the very best of the app, Facebook is spotlighting how young adults are using the app today through a brand new podcast series called, #FacebookIRL Stories in Bangladesh. Popular creator and comedian Amin Hannan Chowdhury is hosting this podcast series. Through this podcast, creators, small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and community drivers will share their stories of inception, growth and expansion on Facebook, providing insights for young adults waiting to take the next big...
Opartheeb’s first album ‘Abcha Neel Kona’ released on the eve of Eid

Opartheeb’s first album ‘Abcha Neel Kona’ released on the eve of Eid

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Symphonic metal band Opartheeb’s first album 'Abcha Neel Kona' released on various digital platforms including Spotify and YouTube. The album contains a total of seven songs, including the song titled 'Abcha Neel Kona'. The band's vocalist and guitarist Salehin Chowdhury said, "The support and love of the audience was a great inspiration for us in the first album. We believe that music is a medium that will take us back to the people of the country again and again." Starting its journey in 2009, current five members of the Opartheeb band, live in Ottawa, Canada and continue their musical practice from there. The band members are Syed Adnan Ali (drums), Salehin Chowdhury (vocals and guitar), Asfin Haider (vocals), Adian Faisal (keyboards) and Syed Ahsan Ali (bass guitar). It is worth not...