Rabindranath Tagore
Biopic on Kazi Nazrul Islam in the works in West Bengal
A biopic chronicling the life of the revolutionary poet Kazi Nazrul Islam has received official approval in Kolkata’s film industry. The avant-garde project will be helmed by director Abdul Alim, with actor Kinjal Nanda slated to take on the mantle of the titular character of Nazrul on screen.
Rabindranath Tagore and the creation of national identity
Rabindranath Tagore is perhaps the only poet whose songs were chosen as the national anthems of two countries: India and Bangladesh.
ESSAY / Rabindranath Tagore’s engagement with Islamic culture and Muslims
The English poet W.B. Yeats once expressed his profound admiration for Rabindranath Tagore, describing him as “someone greater than any of us”.
POETRY / Anonto prem
I wove necklaces of lyrics/ Which you'd wear beautifully
POETRY / Shedin dujone dulachinu bone
You know how that day the wind brought out/ The crazy thoughts I had in me all the while.
POETRY / Je chilo amar shopnocharini
You called me close in the moments of grace/ Veiling my delicate senses
National Rabindra Sangeet Festival kicks off, honours Kalim Sharafi and Sadi Mohammad
Celebrating the timeless melodies of Rabindra Sangeet, the National Rabindra Sangeet Festival inaugurated its 35th edition yesterday evening at the International Mother Language Institute auditorium in the capital.
TV specials arranged for Rabindranath Tagore’s birth anniversary
Every year public and private television channels prepare a broad arena of programmes to celebrate the poet laureate Rabindranath Tagore.
Recollecting Bangladesh’s cinematic homage to Rabindranath
Rabindranath Tagore’s literary prowess extends far beyond the realm of literature. His creations have served as a beacon of inspiration for countless writers and poets who walked the path he paved.
Remembering Tagore: TV channels on Rabindranath's death anniversary
Today marks the 82nd death anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, who passed away, leaving a trail of literary legacies behind him.
Rabindranath Tagore's 82nd death anniversary today
The 82nd death anniversary of Biswakabi Rabindranath Tagore is being observed in the country today.
Rabindranath’s song-lyrics in translation by Professor Fakrul Alam
Gitabitan: Selected Song-Lyrics of Rabindranath Tagore, containing over 300 Tagore song-lyrics translated into English, is now available for purchase in bookstores and on online websites.
Home is where my books are
How do you pack 25 years of your life in two suitcases?
Anupam Kher to play Rabindranath Tagore, shares first look
Veteran actor Anupam Kher has announced that he will be stepping into the shoes of the legendary poet Rabindranath Tagore in his 538th film. Taking to Instagram on Friday, Anupam shared his excitement with fans and revealed his first look as the esteemed poet.
Foraying into Tagore’s short stories
It is important to set unconventional examples at the time that they are written; Tagore’s work did this.
Remembering Tagore: TV channels celebrate Rabindra Jayanti
On the occasion of Rabindranath Tagore's 162nd birthday, various television channels have prepared to celebrate a festive Rabindra Jayanti, with many of Rabindranath Tagore’s dramas, songs and recitation programmes airing today.
Tagore’s 'Shesher Kobita': A timeless exploration of love and freedom
There are times I envy Labanya, sometimes I wish I could be as rebellious and as free-spirited as her; other times I feel empathy for her, it makes me believe and accept myself more as an individual
Alternative routes
The book as a whole is a rigorously pursued exercise in the close reading of a fascinating and diverse array of modern texts that aren't quite in the category of the canonical mainstream.
Are you what you read?
Few experiences in life can prepare us to be more sensitive, more inclusive, and generally kinder human beings than reading.
