The global K-pop fan community has been buzzing with excitement and speculation after a surprising discovery involving two of the industry’s most prominent young stars. On 5 December, social media erupted when fans noticed that BTS member Jungkook and aespa vocalist Winter each had a tattoo of three puppy faces inked precisely on the same […]

The “Harmony of Friendship” cultural festival will be held today at Rabindra Sarobar, commemorating two significant milestones: the 100th anniversary of Russian public diplomacy and Bangladesh’s Victory Day. The event, hosted by the Russian House in Dhaka, promises an evening of music, dance, and cultural celebration. Organisers have scheduled the programme to begin at 6:30 […]

Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana and musician Palash Muchhal were expected to marry on 23 November, following a high-profile engagement marked by elaborate ceremonies. Both families had completed all traditional pre-wedding rituals, including the mehendi and haldi ceremonies, which had been celebrated with close friends and family. However, in a sudden turn of events, the much-anticipated […]

Sydney witnessed a vibrant celebration of Bengali music and culture last Saturday evening, as the much-anticipated Jolsarat musical programme brought together the city’s Bengali-speaking expatriate community. Organised by Novera, the event was held at the Harold Corr Community Hall and featured a diverse array of performances by expatriate Bengali artists, spanning classical, modern, and contemporary […]

Bhojpuri folk singer and social commentator Neha Singh Rathore is facing mounting legal uncertainty after the Allahabad High Court declined to grant her anticipatory bail, exposing her to the possibility of arrest. The decision, delivered on Friday, 6 December, relates to remarks she made earlier this year in which she questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi […]

Global pop sensation Sabrina Carpenter has emerged as one of the most influential figures in contemporary music, navigating both critical acclaim and public scrutiny. Her 2024 single Espresso represented a significant career milestone, earning her first Grammy nomination in February 2025. The song’s success was soon followed by two major award victories for Espresso and […]

A special musical and literary evening titled “Apon Aloy Shahid Mahmud Jangi: Gane Gane Sattor” will be held on 12 December to honour the life, creativity and enduring influence of eminent Bangladeshi lyricist Shahid Mahmud Jangi. The programme marks the approaching 70th birthday of the celebrated songwriter, who will reach the milestone on 6 February […]