“Pritom’s Arabian-Bengali Fusion: ‘Antali Habibi’”

F A Pritom, who began his journey in the music industry as a composer, continues to expand his artistic footprint as a vocalist with the release of a new original song titled ‘Antali Habibi’ (আন্তালি হাবিবি). Over the years, Pritom has steadily transitioned from working behind the scenes to establishing himself in front of the microphone, and this latest release reflects both his musical maturity and creative curiosity.

Crafted with a pronounced Arabian ambience, ‘Antali Habibi’ derives its title from the Arabic phrase meaning “you are my love”. The song stands out for its elegant fusion of Bengali lyrical expression with Arabic linguistic and musical elements, creating a soundscape that feels at once exotic and emotionally familiar. Rather than leaning purely on novelty, the composition seeks to build a sincere emotional connection through melody, rhythm and thoughtful arrangement.

The track is presented as a duet, with Pritom sharing vocal duties with Tahan Khan. Their voices complement one another, lending the song a layered emotional texture that enhances its romantic theme. The interplay between the two singers adds depth and balance, reinforcing the idea of dialogue and mutual affection that lies at the heart of the song.

Released alongside a visually rich music video, ‘Antali Habibi’ is now available on the Angel Music YouTube channel. The lyrics have been jointly written by F A Pritom and Ilias Hossain, while the melody has been composed by Pritom himself. Musical arrangement duties were handled by Shobhan Roy, whose production effectively underscores the Middle Eastern flavour through subtle instrumentation and carefully structured harmonies.

Speaking about the song, Pritom explained that the project was conceived as a distinctive experiment, blending Bengali and Arabic languages in a way that remains accessible to local audiences. He noted that while the audio version of the song had been released earlier, the unveiling of the music video has added a new dimension to the overall experience. Expressing optimism, he shared his belief that listeners would respond warmly to the song’s unique character and emotional resonance.

The music video was filmed across several locations in Dhaka, capturing a contemporary urban backdrop that contrasts beautifully with the song’s romantic and cross-cultural tone. Directed by Pavel Mahmud, with overall supervision by Rohan, the video features performances by Asrin, alongside Pritom and Tahan Khan. Their on-screen presence lends authenticity and visual continuity to the narrative, enhancing the song’s appeal.

With ‘Antali Habibi’, F A Pritom once again demonstrates his versatility as an artist and his willingness to explore musical boundaries, signalling a growing trend towards global influences within modern Bangladeshi music.

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