The musical compositions featured in the feature film ‘Hawa’, directed by Meiubaor Rahman Sumon, played a foundational role in the widespread commercial and critical success of the cinematic project. Prior to the formal theatrical release of that film, the production team organised a series of promotional university concerts showcasing tracks such as ‘Shada Shada Kala Kala’ by Hashim Mahmud, ‘Atta Baje Deri Koris Na’ performed by Basudeb Das Baul, and the titular track by the alternative rock band Meghdol. This strategic musical campaign successfully ensured that the melodies resonated deeply with the public. Mirroring this exact promotional methodology, director Meiubaor Rahman Sumon is now advancing the marketing campaign for his latest cinematic venture, titled ‘Roid’.
As a core component of this promotional framework, a specialized open-air concert titled ‘Roider Gaan’ (Songs of Roid) is scheduled to be held on Friday, 22 May, commencing at 4:00 pm at the cultural hub of Rabindra Sarobar in Dhanmondi, Dhaka. The live musical event will feature prominent performances by a curated line-up of domestic musical acts, including the alternative rock band Meghdol, Bengal Symphony, Shohojia, and Sohag’s Frequency. The execution of the concert has been formally confirmed by Shimul Chandra Biswas, an official representative of the organizing committee.
Organisers Target Memorable Musical Evening For Local Audiences
In a formal press statement outlining the logistics and objectives of the upcoming event, Shimul Chandra Biswas provided a detailed overview of the long-term conceptualisation behind the musical gathering:
“We had been systematically developing plans to organise a series of concerts under the banner of ‘Roider Gaan’ for a considerable period. However, owing to diverse professional schedules and several unavoidable logistical constraints, the execution of these plans had to be deferred. Finally, we are assembling collectively at Rabindra Sarobar to present a highly specialized arrangement for our audience. This concert will integrate music, informal conversations, and excellent shared moments. It establishes a direct avenue for us to interact face-to-face with those who appreciate our music and have consistently supported us. We encourage everyone to attend alongside family members and friends to spend a beautiful evening together. Our expectation is that ‘Roider Gaan’ will transcend being a standard concert and transform into a genuinely memorable musical evening for all attendees.”
Comprehensive Overview of Released Tracks and Discography
The promotional campaign for ‘Roid’ has already yielded the official digital release of three distinct musical tracks, each presenting a unique acoustic style. The first track, titled ‘Roide Aila Ga Juraite’, features lyrics, composition, and playback vocals executed by Rajib Ahmed Raju, the frontman of the band Shohojia, with the overall musical arrangement directed by Rashid Sharfe Shoeb.
Following this initial release, the production team unveiled a traditional track on 7 May titled ‘Mon Chhara Ki Moner Manush Roy’, which was performed by the late West Bengal folk musician Kanai Das Baul. Originally penned by the mystic poet Matan Chand Goswami, this specific Baul track has been re-arranged for the film by contemporary music director Emon Chowdhury. The third and most recent track, titled ‘Rohe Na’, was officially released on the evening of 15 May and is performed by the prominent alternative band Meghdol, further diversifying the sonic profile of the cinematic soundtrack.
Narrative Structure and Global Cinematic Record
The central narrative of the feature film ‘Roid’ features an ensemble cast comprising notable domestic actors, including Mostafizur Noor Imran, Nazifa Tushi, and Gazi Rakayet, among others. The thematic structure of the film revolves around a mystic ascetic (Sadhu), his mentally unstable wife, and a solitary palm tree standing adjacent to their homestead. Through this localized and minimal setting, the filmmaker attempts to explore and deconstruct the primordial and ancient narrative archetypes of Adam and Eve.
The foundational story was co-authored by Meiubaor Rahman Sumon alongside Selina Banu Moni. The comprehensive cinematic screenplay was subsequently developed by a collaborative writing team consisting of Meiubaor Rahman Sumon, Jahin Faruk Amin, Siddique Ahmed, and Sukarno Shahed Dhiman.
Prior to its scheduled domestic theatrical release across commercial cinema halls in Bangladesh during the upcoming religious festival of Eid-ul-Adha, ‘Roid’ achieved notable international recognition. The film marked its official international premiere in February at the prestigious International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) held in the Netherlands. Following its European debut, the cinematic feature has also been officially selected for the main competitive and exhibition programmes of several other international film festivals across the global circuit.