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Year-end recap: Most discussed stars, films, and soundtracks

This year, an estimated 50 Bangladeshi films have been released. Among these, only a handful have achieved commercial success. Then again, despite not performing well at the box office, other cinematic aspects like actors, actresses, and film songs have managed to remain at the centre of discussions throughout the year.

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Oni Hasan makes history as first Bangladeshi to join Seymour Duncan

Guitarist Oni Hasan has reached a significant milestone by establishing an endorsement deal with the prestigious Seymour Duncan Pickups, joining the ranks of legends like Dimebag Darrell and Kurt Cobain.

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A year of farewells / Those we lost in 2024

In 2024, we lost several prominent figures from the entertainment world. Though they have departed, their contributions to film, television, music, and dance will remain etched in our memories. Here are some of the individuals we lost this year.

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Judge upholds anonymity for Jay-Z accuser, calls out legal filings

A woman who has accused Jay-Z and Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexually assaulting her when she was 13 years old, has been granted permission to continue her lawsuit under anonymity—for the time being—a judge ruled yesterday.

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SI Shumon sings Ayub Bachchu’s song to life

Tonight, SI Shumon will release a song, tuned by Ayub Bachchu 21 years ago, on his official YouTube channel and various digital platforms. The track, titled “Shopney Dekha Ochinpurey”, marks an important milestone in Shumon’s music career, highlighting his unique style and new creative direction.

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Elita Karim’s ‘Chini Der Chamoch’ features a collaboration with legends

Elita Karim has released her new album "Chini Der Chamoch" to end the year on a musical note. The 4-track EP includes lyrics by the esteemed Shahid Mahmud Jangi and compositions by renowned musician Pilu Khan. Under the banner of Aajob records, the launch event took place yesterday at a café in the capital. 

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Chirkutt drops new song ahead of album release

Chirkutt unveiled a new song yesterday, titled "Jana Holo Na," which was shared on their Facebook page

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Grammy to honour Prince with Lifetime Achievement Award

This prestigious recognition, usually reserved for artistes who have been under recognised, will celebrate Prince's iconic and influential career.

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13th Sanjeeb Festival set for December 25

The 13th Sanjeeb Festival, celebrating the birth anniversary of legendary lyricist and musician Sanjeeb Choudhury, will take place on December 25 at 3pm at Sanjeeb Chattar on the TSC premises of Dhaka University.

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Rahat Fateh Ali Khan to headline BPL Music Fest for Tk 3.4 crore

Renowned musician Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is set to perform at the BPL T20 Music Fest, slated for December 23 at Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla Stadium. The event will also be held at the tournament’s two other locations, Chattogram and Sylhet, in the coming days.

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Rahat Fateh Ali Khan arrives, ready to enchant Dhaka tonight

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has finally arrived in Bangladesh, to specifically perform at a concert in Dhaka titled "Echoes of Revolution." The Pakistani singer touched down at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport at midnight on Friday.

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Aurthohin’s former guitarist Piklu no more

Minhaz Ahmed Piklu, former guitarist of iconic Bangladeshi bands Rockstrata and Aurthohin, passed away yesterday around 9pm. He was 56.

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Zakir Hussain laid to rest in San Francisco as percussionist A Sivamani pays musical tribute

The legendary tabla virtuoso, Ustad Zakir Hussain, was laid to rest on Thursday at a cemetery near San Francisco. As a heartfelt homage, renowned Indian percussionist A Sivamani, accompanied by fellow artistes, performed an evocative drum ensemble nearby.

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BTS’ V charts 3 songs on Billboard Hot 100

BTS member V recently unveiled a new track, “White Christmas,” featuring the iconic Bing Crosby. Shortly after its release, the song secured a position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. 

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Folk and classical music fests postponed amid security concerns

In an unexpected move, two major festivals slated for Dhaka’s Army Stadium have been postponed due to security concerns and the sudden cancellation of venue bookings. The highly anticipated International Folk Music Festival and Bengal Foundation's Classical Music Festival have both been put on hold, leaving event organisers and attendees in uncertainty.

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Eager to meet my Bangladeshi brothers and sisters: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan

To show support for the families of the martyrs and injured from the July-August uprising, renowned South Asian musician Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is set to perform in Dhaka at a concert titled “Echoes of Revolution.”

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Kaavish to headline two-day concert in Dhaka, date announced

Music enthusiasts in Dhaka are gearing up for an unforgettable experience as the Pakistani band Kaavish is set to headline “Dhaka Dreams,” a two-day concert scheduled for January 10 and 11, 2025, at Senaprangan.

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Arekta Rock Band to rock Dhaka after two years

After nearly two years, the much-discussed Arekta Rock Band is set to make a comeback to the concert stage. For the first time in almost four years, the band will reunite with its founding members for a live performance.  

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