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Aly Zaker research grant to be awarded to DU theatre students

Aly Zaker research grant to be awarded to DU theatre students

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Mongoldeep Foundation has introduced ‘Aly Zaker Research Grant’ after the name of noted actor and writer late Aly Zaker for theatre students at Dhaka University. Post-graduation-level students at Theater and Performance Studies of Dhaka University will be entitled to the grant for undertaking projects on research and direction of drama. Mongoldeep Foundation and the Department of Theater and Performance Studies of Dhaka University, formally signed the memorandum of understanding on ‘Aly Zaker Research Grant’ on Sunday, July 16, 2023). Present at the signing ceremony were founding Chairperson of Mongoldeep Foundation Sara Zaker and Chairman of the Department of Threatre and Performance Studies of Dhaka University Ashiqur Rahman Leon. Aly Zaker, a popular actor, a freedom fighter...
Dhumketu production started its journey in BD

Dhumketu production started its journey in BD

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When the number of film productions is decreasing, the necessary institutions are also closing one by one, just then the new production company 'Dhumketu Production' started its journey with the goal of regular film production. Dhumketu Productions started its journey in the country's showbiz arena with a new drama called 'Love You Hate You' this Eid. Which has already received quite a response. Within a few days, the play got 3.5 million views on YouTube. Where today's popular actors Farhan Ahmed Jovan and Tasnia Farin acted. Founder of Dhumketu Production Rafat Rahman said, 'We have already started the journey of Dhumketu Production through drama production. From here we will create maximum opportunities for talent development of young dramatists, potential young artists. The issue of ...
The country’s biggest pop culture festival ‘Dhaka Summer Con’ has started

The country’s biggest pop culture festival ‘Dhaka Summer Con’ has started

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The country's biggest pop culture festival “Dhaka Summer Con” is being held for three days at Hall 3 and Hall 4 of Dhaka's International Convention City Bashundhara (ICCB) on July 13, 14 and 15 with various entertainment facilities and activities. 2023”. Overcrowding was observed on the first day of the festival. In addition to the concert, ICCB's hall 3 was crowded with cosplay lovers since morning. In addition to the children's participation in the Kids Zone, the visitors tried various products and services in the Experience Zone. The festival is organized by the country's top local event management and public relations company MediaQuest Bangladesh. 30 bands will perform on one stage of Dhaka Summer Con. Eight bands performed on the first day of the three-day concert on July 13 (Thurs...
Mahfuz Emon’s Latest Islamic Gajal Poised for Viral Success

Mahfuz Emon’s Latest Islamic Gajal Poised for Viral Success

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Mahfuz Emon, the rising star in the world of Islamic gajal, is garnering immense popularity day by day. Following the overwhelming success of his two previous viral hits, Emon is now set to captivate audiences once again with his highly anticipated new composition. With his gajals already making waves on popular platforms such as YouTube and TikTok, Emon is hopeful that his latest creation will achieve viral status, much like its predecessors. The previous releases, "Arosher Mehoman" and "Moner Ghorete," have taken the online music scene by storm, amassing an astounding 33 and 60 million views respectively. Emon's soulful and heartfelt renditions, coupled with his profound lyrics, have struck a chord with listeners from diverse backgrounds, earning him a dedicated fan base. The immense ...
Coke Studio Bangla’s Shondhatara features Arnob & Sunidhi

Coke Studio Bangla’s Shondhatara features Arnob & Sunidhi

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Coke Studio Bangla’s latest song of season 2, “Shondhatara” was released on 8th July featuring Shayan Chowdhury Arnob & Sunidhi Nayak. The song is a fusion of Bandish and Pop with a modern EDM twist by Arnob himself. Bandish is usually written in Hindi and Urdu and this is the first time the platform is doing a Bandish in Bangla language. “Shondhatara” is a Bangladeshi rendition of a Bandish which means 'Binding Together'. The song has been transcribed into a Bengali version of ‘Main Waari Waari Janugi’, keeping the original singing style of Agra Gharana, set in Raag Emon (Raga Yamana). Shondhatara is written by Divash Krishna Biswas which is adapted from ‘Main Waari Waari Janugi’; Composed by Ustad Vilayat Hussain Khan. The song’s composition is a magical blend of classical, rooted i...
3 days ‘Dhaka Summer Con’

3 days ‘Dhaka Summer Con’

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The excitement of Dhaka Summer Con is now at its peak. The country's biggest pop culture festival "Dhaka Summer Con 2023" is going to be held for three days in a row at Hall 3 and Hall 4 of ICCB on July 13, 14 and 15 with various entertainment elements and activities. The country's promising event management and Public Relations Company MediaQuest Bangladesh is going to organize this festival. In total 30 bands will perform on one stage of ‘Dhaka Summer Con 2023 for 3 days. On the first day 13th of July, 8 exclusive bands will perform on are- 'Old Dhaka Diaries', 'Firoze Jong', 'Indalo', 'Bangla Five', 'Level Five', 'Owned', 'Odd Signature', 'Dads in the Park'. Apart from this, Hathirpool Sessions, K-Pop Performance, Rayhan Islam Shuvro and others will be performing. On the second da...
Song written by Asif Iqbal hit for 3 eras

Song written by Asif Iqbal hit for 3 eras

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Online Desk : Asif Iqbal is a talented lyricist of Bangladesh. Asif Iqbal started his music career as a lyricist by writing the songs for the 'Ananya' album of James, who is known as the guru of band music in the late eighties. After that, he has been writing hits and popular songs for several generations. Moreover, Asif Iqbal is one of the most successful people in the media of Bangladesh. He has given countless hits in his 34-year music career. Several songs written by him are running towards immortality. The song with the title 'If the goal is unwavering faith will be seen in the heart, will be seen in the victory' seems to be a symbol of inspiration to the listeners. He has spread hundreds of such words songs in the heart of Bengal. Besides, numerous senior-junior talented and po...
‘Priyotoma’ will hit! The ‘prohelika’ will resonate! Nisho’s Shorongo’ will be commendable – Rakib Musabbir!

‘Priyotoma’ will hit! The ‘prohelika’ will resonate! Nisho’s Shorongo’ will be commendable – Rakib Musabbir!

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Online Desk : This Eid, it can be said that the Bengali film is the winner. However, due to the influence of OTT and online social media, moviegoers are turning away day by day. Still, true movie buffs feel comfortable watching the film sitting in the hall. This Eid, 3 films are in discussion even before their release. In addition, the three actors who played the main hero roles in these three films are excellent actors. In the beginning, it can be said about the country's top number one hero, Shakib Khan's movie 'Priyotoma'. This movie has already created a lot of buzz in the net world and media circles. Shakib Khan's new look or old look has taken the net world by storm. It is understood that the movie 'Priyotoma' directed by director Himel Ashraf will be hit by that storm. Besides...
“Coke Studio Bangla Unveils ‘Dewana’: A Modern Bangla Qawwali to Groove this EID!”

“Coke Studio Bangla Unveils ‘Dewana’: A Modern Bangla Qawwali to Groove this EID!”

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Coke Studio Bangla released their 8th song of season 2 “Dewana” on 24th June, just before Eid-ul-Adha to have the audiences’ groove with the magical production of Fuad Almuqtadir. The song was originally written by Mohammad Abdul Goni aka GaniPagol. The energetic music was matched by the season 1-starSoumyadeepSikdar popularly known as SoumyaMurshidabadi and his performance was complimented by the beautiful voice of Tasfia Fatima (Tashfee) and ShuchonaShely. Dewana is for the love and longing for the divine. The writer, GaniPagol was a Bangladeshi Qawwali artist and like most Qawwali songs, he devoted his songs to the almighty. While the lyrics of the song reflects the Qawwali culture, the composition is very different.The Bangladeshi form of Qawwali – Bangla Qawwali, is much more uplifti...
Nakshikantha song about father released

Nakshikantha song about father released

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On the occasion of Father's Day 2023, Nakshikantha Band released a music video titled 'Baba' on their YouTube channel and Facebook page. World Fathers day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June every year. As such, this year the day will be celebrated on June 18. Sajed Fatemi, vocalist of Nakshikatha band sang the song 'Baba' in his own lyric and tune. One of the members of the band, Romel Hasan composed the song. Nakshikatha turned 17 in January this year. Sajed Fatemi, the founder and singer of Nakshikantha, said, "I have 10 songs written and composed by myself about Baba, which have been sung by famous artists of the country. But this is the first song for the band about the father. I hope everyone will like it.’ The line-up of Nakshikantha is Sajed Fatemi (vocals and percus...