Kabir Suman

Bangladesh gave me the respect West Bengal didn’t: Kabir Suman

For the revered singer-songwriter, the affection from Bangladeshis is not tied to material gain. "I have nothing to gain from Bangladesh, no money or favors," he said. "Yet the love they give me feels as if the army would need to be called just to control the crowds." It is a sentiment that resonates deeply with his personal journey — a journey where the bonds of language, culture, and shared history outweigh the barriers of politics and geography.

Kabir Suman denounces false narratives about Bangladesh’s minorities

Recently, several Indian news outlets reported alleged "persecution" of minorities in Bangladesh. This misinformation has sparked protests in various parts of India, including West Bengal. In an unfortunate escalation, the Assistant High Commission of Bangladesh in Agartala was attacked, with miscreants vandalising the premises and tearing down the Bangladeshi flag on Monday.

‘You can fight over politics and religion, I only know how to love’: Kabir Suman

Veteran musician Kabir Suman, deeply connected to both Bangladesh and India, has expressed his deep concern over the current strain in relations between the two nations.

Kabir Suman pays tribute to Bangladesh's student movement

Kabir Suman has been a steadfast supporter of the students' movement in Bangladesh from the very start. He has consistently backed their demands.

I would have taken to the streets to demand peace myself: Kabir Suman

Indian singer Kabir Suman has spoken out about the ongoing quota reform movement in Bangladesh. Today morning, he took to Facebook to call for an end to the violence from all parties involved.

Kabir Suman declines further ‘modern’ music performances, will continue with ‘kheyal’

Popular musician Kabir Suman has announced the conclusion of his modern music performances, as conveyed through a social media post yesterday. However, he expressed his desire to continue regular performances focusing on Bangla kheyal.

I assure you, I will recover soon: Kabir Suman

The immensely popular and acclaimed musician has posted a heartfelt message on his official social media handle from his hospital bed that read, “I have been hospitalised in Kolkata due to respiratory issues. I assure you, I will recover soon, so please do not worry.”

Protests by artistes from two Bengals rise against distortion of ‘Karar Oi Louho Kopat’

National Poet of Bangladesh, Kazi Nazrul Islam's granddaughter Khilkhil Kazi and grandson Kazi Arindam recently held a press conference to protest against the distorted re-composition of the song “Karar Oi Louho Kopat" by AR Rahman, for the film “Pippa”. 

Kabir Suman arrives in Dhaka today

Renowned Bengali singer Kabir Suman has touched down in Dhaka for a much-anticipated four-day trip, bringing joy to his dedicated fans in Bangladesh.

May 8, 2025
May 8, 2025

Bangladesh gave me the respect West Bengal didn’t: Kabir Suman

For the revered singer-songwriter, the affection from Bangladeshis is not tied to material gain. "I have nothing to gain from Bangladesh, no money or favors," he said. "Yet the love they give me feels as if the army would need to be called just to control the crowds." It is a sentiment that resonates deeply with his personal journey — a journey where the bonds of language, culture, and shared history outweigh the barriers of politics and geography.

December 8, 2024
December 8, 2024

Kabir Suman denounces false narratives about Bangladesh’s minorities

Recently, several Indian news outlets reported alleged "persecution" of minorities in Bangladesh. This misinformation has sparked protests in various parts of India, including West Bengal. In an unfortunate escalation, the Assistant High Commission of Bangladesh in Agartala was attacked, with miscreants vandalising the premises and tearing down the Bangladeshi flag on Monday.

November 30, 2024
November 30, 2024

‘You can fight over politics and religion, I only know how to love’: Kabir Suman

Veteran musician Kabir Suman, deeply connected to both Bangladesh and India, has expressed his deep concern over the current strain in relations between the two nations.

August 7, 2024
August 7, 2024

Kabir Suman pays tribute to Bangladesh's student movement

Kabir Suman has been a steadfast supporter of the students' movement in Bangladesh from the very start. He has consistently backed their demands.

July 18, 2024
July 18, 2024

I would have taken to the streets to demand peace myself: Kabir Suman

Indian singer Kabir Suman has spoken out about the ongoing quota reform movement in Bangladesh. Today morning, he took to Facebook to call for an end to the violence from all parties involved.

March 4, 2024
March 4, 2024

Kabir Suman declines further ‘modern’ music performances, will continue with ‘kheyal’

Popular musician Kabir Suman has announced the conclusion of his modern music performances, as conveyed through a social media post yesterday. However, he expressed his desire to continue regular performances focusing on Bangla kheyal.

January 30, 2024
January 30, 2024

I assure you, I will recover soon: Kabir Suman

The immensely popular and acclaimed musician has posted a heartfelt message on his official social media handle from his hospital bed that read, “I have been hospitalised in Kolkata due to respiratory issues. I assure you, I will recover soon, so please do not worry.”

November 18, 2023
November 18, 2023

Protests by artistes from two Bengals rise against distortion of ‘Karar Oi Louho Kopat’

National Poet of Bangladesh, Kazi Nazrul Islam's granddaughter Khilkhil Kazi and grandson Kazi Arindam recently held a press conference to protest against the distorted re-composition of the song “Karar Oi Louho Kopat" by AR Rahman, for the film “Pippa”. 

November 5, 2023
November 5, 2023

Kabir Suman arrives in Dhaka today

Renowned Bengali singer Kabir Suman has touched down in Dhaka for a much-anticipated four-day trip, bringing joy to his dedicated fans in Bangladesh.

October 12, 2017
October 12, 2017

Kabir Suman sings for Rohingyas

Renowned Indian Bangla songwriter and singer Kabir Suman has just released a track condemning the Myanmar military for persecuting Rohingya people who are crossing into Bangladesh from their own land of Rakhine state.