Wave of cancellations hits foreign artiste concerts in Dhaka

A series of concerts featuring foreign artistes in Dhaka has been postponed due to security concerns and delays in administrative approval. Three major shows—by Pakistan's Ali Azmat, Pakistan's band Jal, and India's Anuv Jain—have already been halted despite advance announcements and ticket sales.

Ali Azmat's "Legends Live in Dhaka" concert was postponed on the event day itself, while Jal's "Sound of Soul" show on November 28 and Anuv Jain's December 12 event were also suspended by their organisers.

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Uncertainty now surrounds upcoming performances by Pakistan's Kaavish and singer Atif Aslam. Kaavish is scheduled to perform on December 5 with local bands Shironamhin and Meghdol, while Atif Aslam is scheduled on December 13 for two separate events. Although rumours of cancellation continue online, organisers claim both concerts will proceed as planned.

While foreign-artiste events in Dhaka face repeated disruptions, local musicians continue to perform at concerts outside the capital, as well as at corporate and reunion shows within the city.