In the dimly lit gallery, decorated with revolutionary-themed art, Anusheh Anadil spoke about love and revolution. A circle of people gathered to discuss the changes they hoped to see in post-revolution Bangladesh. Outside, raindrops tapped gently, while the sound of the Tanpura filled the air. A cat, wearing a blue bandana, wandered through the audience during the inaugural session of the two-week-long festival “Re-love-ution” or “Premandolon” at Jatra Biroti in Banani.
The concert titled “Borshonabeg” organised by the band Kaaktaal has been inspired by one of their signature songs of the same name. The event was set to occur on a rainy day during the Bengali month of Srabon (July 17). However, the band postponed the concert due to the country's uncertain political situation at that time.
Prominent Bengali singer Anjan Dutt has graced Bangladesh with his magical voice on several occasions, but this time his visit held a special significance—Mala's birthday. Mala, much like Bela Bose and Ronjona, is a character in one of Anjan's songs. However, both the singer and his devoted fans have kept Mala alive throughout the years, across generations. Today, May 12, holds particular importance, as it is referenced in Anjan Dutt's song “Mala” released in 1993, sparking annual celebrations of Mala's birthday and ongoing speculation about her identity.
In the dimly lit gallery, decorated with revolutionary-themed art, Anusheh Anadil spoke about love and revolution. A circle of people gathered to discuss the changes they hoped to see in post-revolution Bangladesh. Outside, raindrops tapped gently, while the sound of the Tanpura filled the air. A cat, wearing a blue bandana, wandered through the audience during the inaugural session of the two-week-long festival “Re-love-ution” or “Premandolon” at Jatra Biroti in Banani.
The concert titled “Borshonabeg” organised by the band Kaaktaal has been inspired by one of their signature songs of the same name. The event was set to occur on a rainy day during the Bengali month of Srabon (July 17). However, the band postponed the concert due to the country's uncertain political situation at that time.
Prominent Bengali singer Anjan Dutt has graced Bangladesh with his magical voice on several occasions, but this time his visit held a special significance—Mala's birthday. Mala, much like Bela Bose and Ronjona, is a character in one of Anjan's songs. However, both the singer and his devoted fans have kept Mala alive throughout the years, across generations. Today, May 12, holds particular importance, as it is referenced in Anjan Dutt's song “Mala” released in 1993, sparking annual celebrations of Mala's birthday and ongoing speculation about her identity.