Bangladesh Television

Ferdous Ara returns to Bangladesh Betar after 15 years

Celebrated Nazrul Sangeet exponent Ferdous Ara faced an unexpected exclusion during Awami League’s tenure. For the past 15 years, she was barred from performing on Bangladesh Television (BTV) and Bangladesh Betar. Recently, however, she made a long-awaited return to these two state-run platforms. 

Dancing duo Shibli-Nipa to debut musical talent this Eid

Renowned dancing duo Shibli Mohammad and Shamim Ara Nipa, celebrated for their countless performances both locally and internationally, are set to surprise fans this Eid. Traditionally known for their lifelong dedication to the art of dances, this lively pair is now stepping onto the stage to mark their musical debut. For the first time, they will lend their voices to a special Eid song.

BTV to air four special dramas this upcoming Eid

Bangladesh Television (BTV) has arranged for a line-up of special programs for Eid, similar to other satellite channels in the country. In celebration of the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, BTV will hence present three exclusive drama serials and a four-episode series.

Yet another woeful birthday for Kumar Bishwajit

Legendary singer and composer Kumar Bishwajit is enduring another woeful birthday as his only child Nibir, remains hospitalised after a severe road accident. The renowned singer is anxiously awaiting Nibir’s quick recovery.  

Snapshots of history—Golam Mustafa meets Manzoor Alam Beg

Modhurimay Alap (Swapno ‘71, 2023) transcribes two days of conversations with the late Golam Mustafa, first Director of Photography of Bangladesh Television.

spotlight / Is BTV obsolete?

BTV, at best, is a nostalgic reminder of the past—of the powerful, yet entertaining serials and dramas of the 70s and 80s—when it was the sole broadcaster of the country.

Help make Bangladesh developed country by 2041: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in an address to the nation marking two years of Awami League government, seeks all-out cooperation of the countrymen to turn Bangladesh into a prosperous and developed country by 2041.

Remembering / KHALIDA FAHMI

KHALIDA Fahmi, the former Deputy Director General of Bangladesh Television passed away on April 30, 2014 at 83 years of age.

October 4, 2024
October 4, 2024

Ferdous Ara returns to Bangladesh Betar after 15 years

Celebrated Nazrul Sangeet exponent Ferdous Ara faced an unexpected exclusion during Awami League’s tenure. For the past 15 years, she was barred from performing on Bangladesh Television (BTV) and Bangladesh Betar. Recently, however, she made a long-awaited return to these two state-run platforms. 

June 15, 2024
June 15, 2024

Dancing duo Shibli-Nipa to debut musical talent this Eid

Renowned dancing duo Shibli Mohammad and Shamim Ara Nipa, celebrated for their countless performances both locally and internationally, are set to surprise fans this Eid. Traditionally known for their lifelong dedication to the art of dances, this lively pair is now stepping onto the stage to mark their musical debut. For the first time, they will lend their voices to a special Eid song.

June 11, 2024
June 11, 2024

BTV to air four special dramas this upcoming Eid

Bangladesh Television (BTV) has arranged for a line-up of special programs for Eid, similar to other satellite channels in the country. In celebration of the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, BTV will hence present three exclusive drama serials and a four-episode series.

June 1, 2024
June 1, 2024

Yet another woeful birthday for Kumar Bishwajit

Legendary singer and composer Kumar Bishwajit is enduring another woeful birthday as his only child Nibir, remains hospitalised after a severe road accident. The renowned singer is anxiously awaiting Nibir’s quick recovery.  

June 3, 2023
June 3, 2023

Snapshots of history—Golam Mustafa meets Manzoor Alam Beg

Modhurimay Alap (Swapno ‘71, 2023) transcribes two days of conversations with the late Golam Mustafa, first Director of Photography of Bangladesh Television.

October 27, 2017
October 27, 2017

Is BTV obsolete?

BTV, at best, is a nostalgic reminder of the past—of the powerful, yet entertaining serials and dramas of the 70s and 80s—when it was the sole broadcaster of the country.

January 12, 2016
January 12, 2016

Help make Bangladesh developed country by 2041: PM

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in an address to the nation marking two years of Awami League government, seeks all-out cooperation of the countrymen to turn Bangladesh into a prosperous and developed country by 2041.

April 30, 2015
April 30, 2015

KHALIDA FAHMI

KHALIDA Fahmi, the former Deputy Director General of Bangladesh Television passed away on April 30, 2014 at 83 years of age.