Rafiqul Alam

Memories of salami: Stars gleefully reminisce

Who doesn’t remember the times when we used to eagerly await our Eid ‘salami’ or eidis (gift money)? Even seasoned, veteran stars cannot help but feel emotional when we ask them about their fondest Eid memories! Six of our stars hence shared their respective recollections regarding receiving these tokens of tradition.

Ayub Bachchu’s song ‘Shadhinota’ to release today

Rafiqul Alam, who is often referred to as Bangladesh’s Van Halen (American rock legend), said that he voiced the song back in 2005 at Ayub Bachchu's insistence, but for some reason, it wasn’t released until now.

Valentine's Day Special / In for the long haul: Showbiz stars interpret decades of love

The world of the entertainment industry might witness a flurry of headlines about celebrity breakups, showcasing the public dissolution of once seemingly strong romances. However, amidst this turbulence, there remain preeminent examples of enduring relationships that withstand the test of time. Several showbiz couples have rather shared numerous years, while the standards of their unity have been highlighted for lasting commitment, as chronicled through their respective ideologies to The Daily Star.

My artistic life feels worthwhile, when I sing for our language martyrs: Rafiqul Alam

In a candid conversation with the Daily Star, Rafiqul Alam shared his thoughts on International Mother Language Day, and more.

April 12, 2024
April 12, 2024

Memories of salami: Stars gleefully reminisce

Who doesn’t remember the times when we used to eagerly await our Eid ‘salami’ or eidis (gift money)? Even seasoned, veteran stars cannot help but feel emotional when we ask them about their fondest Eid memories! Six of our stars hence shared their respective recollections regarding receiving these tokens of tradition.

March 26, 2024
March 26, 2024

Ayub Bachchu’s song ‘Shadhinota’ to release today

Rafiqul Alam, who is often referred to as Bangladesh’s Van Halen (American rock legend), said that he voiced the song back in 2005 at Ayub Bachchu's insistence, but for some reason, it wasn’t released until now.

February 14, 2024
February 14, 2024

In for the long haul: Showbiz stars interpret decades of love

The world of the entertainment industry might witness a flurry of headlines about celebrity breakups, showcasing the public dissolution of once seemingly strong romances. However, amidst this turbulence, there remain preeminent examples of enduring relationships that withstand the test of time. Several showbiz couples have rather shared numerous years, while the standards of their unity have been highlighted for lasting commitment, as chronicled through their respective ideologies to The Daily Star.

February 21, 2023
February 21, 2023

My artistic life feels worthwhile, when I sing for our language martyrs: Rafiqul Alam

In a candid conversation with the Daily Star, Rafiqul Alam shared his thoughts on International Mother Language Day, and more.