Bangladesh's football community has strongly condemned singer Asif Akbar, a newly elected director of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB), for his derogatory comments about football and its players.
Several Bangladeshi musicians and bands are currently on concert tours across the United States. After 17 years, popular singer Asif Akbar has returned to perform in the country, while rock band Aurthohin is touring the US for the first time. On Saturday (October 25), both acts shared the same stage in Boston.
Renowned singer Asif Akbar plans to serenade his fans with his upcoming release, “Koshto Vishon”. Staying true to its title, the song will portray the melancholy of losing a loved one. Heartbreaks we face when someone we love turns into a stranger are the main themes of this piece.
Popular singer Asif Akbar has kicked off the new year on a high note with the release of two brand-new tracks, “Mon Jane” and “Aay Phire Aay”. According to the singer, both songs have been well-received amongst the audiences.
Asif Akbar and Imran Mahmudul are set to introduce their latest track, “Mon Jane”, scheduled for release in the opening week of the new year.
Bangladesh emerged as a sovereign state on December 16, 1971, following a nine-month-long Liberation War. This year, the nation celebrates Victory Day with renewed fervour, especially after the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s regime on August 5, 2024.
Asif Akbar, one of the most popular singers in Bangladesh, had been unofficially blacklisted by Bangladesh Betar (Radio) and Bangladesh Television (BTV) for 18 long years. However, after the fall of the Awami League government on August 5, the artiste’s name was swiftly reinstated on the “white list” overnight.
As Bangladesh grapples with severe flooding, celebrities have united to support those affected by this disaster. Regions such as Feni, Noakhali, Lakshmipur, Cumilla, Habiganj, Moulvibazar, Rangamati, and Khagrachari are experiencing one of the worst floods in recent history. In response, many in the entertainment industry have taken action.
People across the nation have rallied to support those affected by the floods. Whether it's through donations of money, clothes, or food, everyone is finding ways to assist the flood victims. Some have even travelled to the hardest-hit areas to provide direct aid. The country’s music industry has also stepped up, actively raising funds to help those in need during this crisis.
Asif Akbar, one of the most popular singers in Bangladesh, had been unofficially blacklisted by Bangladesh Betar (Radio) and Bangladesh Television (BTV) for 18 long years. However, after the fall of the Awami League government on August 5, the artiste’s name was swiftly reinstated on the “white list” overnight.
As Bangladesh grapples with severe flooding, celebrities have united to support those affected by this disaster. Regions such as Feni, Noakhali, Lakshmipur, Cumilla, Habiganj, Moulvibazar, Rangamati, and Khagrachari are experiencing one of the worst floods in recent history. In response, many in the entertainment industry have taken action.
People across the nation have rallied to support those affected by the floods. Whether it's through donations of money, clothes, or food, everyone is finding ways to assist the flood victims. Some have even travelled to the hardest-hit areas to provide direct aid. The country’s music industry has also stepped up, actively raising funds to help those in need during this crisis.
The monsoon season usually marks a lull in concert activities, however, musicians and bands from the country are keeping busy with performances overseas. Many music artistes are taking the stage in various countries around the globe, including Europe and the United States.
Renowned singer Asif Akbar, who previously collaborated with Saikat Nasir for the music video "Agun" in 2017, is back with a new video titled "The Last Don." In this video, Asif not only lends his voice but also plays the role of a don.
Vocalist Asif Akbar is all set to make an appearance as a Don in the music video of his upcoming song titled “The Last Don”. In addition to lending his voice to the song, Asif Akbar is geared up to showcase his acting skills in the project.
Asif Akbar, an American film director of Bangladeshi origin, has made his mark in Hollywood with films like “Astro”, “The Commando”, and “Smoke Filled Lungs”. Last year, Bangladesh saw the release of his film “MR-9” from the Masood Rana series.
Bangladeshi musician Asif Akbar recently attended an event hosted by the international media giant BBC in the UK. He engaged in a lively conversation on “The Nadia Ali Show” at the BBC's London headquarters.
Bangladeshi singer Asif Akbar lately demonstrated his versatility by venturing into Bollywood songs. Recently, he journeyed to India and recorded a track at AR Rahman's KM Studio and Yash Raj Studio. Taking to social media, he excitedly announced his debut in the Indian film industry, although he kept the film's name under wraps.
Popular musician Asif Akbar recently shared his delightful experience of recording a song at the studio of Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman. Taking to his Facebook account today, he expressed his excitement to fans while also voicing his disappointment with the current state of the audio industry in our country.
