The date of 18 June represents a notable and recurring milestone within the cultural and theatrical community of Bangladesh. This specific date marks the shared birthday of two prominent generations of the same family: the legendary theatre personality Ferdausi Majumdar and her daughter, the accomplished actress and director Tropa Majumdar. This year, 18 June 2026, […]

The timeless melodies of Hemanta Mukherjee, such as ‘Ei Raat Tomar Amar’, ‘Neer Chhoto Khoti Nei’, and ‘Muchhe Jawa Din Guli’, remain deeply embedded within the cultural fabric of Bengali society. Decades after their initial release, these tracks continue to transcend generational divides. Having transitioned from traditional radio broadcasts, gramophones, cassettes, and compact discs, they […]

Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, one of the most accomplished sarod players of the 20th century and a global ambassador of Indian classical music, was born on 14 April 1922 in Shibpur village, within the Nabinarup upazila of Brahmanbaria district (in modern-day Bangladesh). His father, the legendary music maestro Ustad Allauddin Khan, served as the court […]