Ekushey Padak

TRIBUTE / A good teacher teaches; an extraordinary teacher inspires

Today, I stood quietly for a while in front of Room 2064 on the second floor of the Arts Building—a place where I had stood countless times before, each time leaving with his warmth and affection.

I want to keep singing my songs for as long as I live: Khurshid Alam

Legendary Bangladeshi playback singer Khurshid Alam, whose golden voice once dominated the country's film music scene, says his fans still request his timeless classics. Despite his age, the Ekushey Padak-winning artiste continues to perform on stage and television with the same passion that marked the height of his career.

The youth ready to lead the world

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus yesterday said the country’s young generation wants to build a new Bangladesh and lead the world too.

‘Recognition of a massive cultural phenomenon’

In a unique move and a massive recognition, Bangladesh national women's football team were yesterday announced as a recipient of the Ekushey Padak 2025, the second-highest civilian honour of the country, alongside 14 other individuals for their contributions in various fields.

8 cultural personalities who will be conferred with the Ekushey Padak

Among the recipients are late novelist Shahidul Zahir (Md Shahidul Haque) and poet Helal Hafeez, who will be honoured posthumously for their contributions to Language and Literature. Renowned photographer and founder of Drik Gallery and Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Shahidul Alam, will receive the award for his work in Culture and Education. Filmmaker Azizur Rahman, famed for his work on “Chhutir Ghonta”, will be conferred the award posthumously for his contributions to Arts (Cinema), while Ustad Nirad Baran Barua and Ferdous Ara will be honored for Music. Nasir Ali Mamun will be recognized for Arts (Photography), and Rokeya Sultana will receive the award for Arts (Fine Arts).

Veteran actor Jamal Uddin Hossain no more

Veteran television actor Jamal Uddin Hossain passed away at the age of 81, in the early hours of this morning in Calgary, Canada.

Death anniversary / Sharmili Ahmed was an artiste of great integrity: Abul Hayat

Renowned for her exceptional talent, Sharmili Ahmed captivated audiences with her performances in countless plays and acclaimed films. Notably, she starred in the country's first-ever serial drama and left an indelible mark with her role in the film "Abirbhab", which features the song "Sathti Ronger Majhe".

My brother deserved national recognition: Shibli Mohammad

On Wednesday evening (March 13), the lifeless body of legendary Rabindra Sangeet exponent Sadi Mohammad was discovered hanging in his own room. His brother, Shibli Mohammad, was unfortunate enough to find his brother and mentor’s body.

‘He is not on our level’: Shuvro Dev responds to Prince Mahmud’s criticism on Ekushey Padak selection

A contentious debate has erupted on social media following the announcement of the recipients of the prestigious Ekushey Padak 2024. The government's decision to honour 21 individuals for their outstanding contributions across various fields, with 10 from the entertainment sector, has received criticism, particularly surrounding the recognition of music star Shuvro Dev.

July 8, 2024
July 8, 2024

Sharmili Ahmed was an artiste of great integrity: Abul Hayat

Renowned for her exceptional talent, Sharmili Ahmed captivated audiences with her performances in countless plays and acclaimed films. Notably, she starred in the country's first-ever serial drama and left an indelible mark with her role in the film "Abirbhab", which features the song "Sathti Ronger Majhe".

March 14, 2024
March 14, 2024

My brother deserved national recognition: Shibli Mohammad

On Wednesday evening (March 13), the lifeless body of legendary Rabindra Sangeet exponent Sadi Mohammad was discovered hanging in his own room. His brother, Shibli Mohammad, was unfortunate enough to find his brother and mentor’s body.

February 19, 2024
February 19, 2024

‘He is not on our level’: Shuvro Dev responds to Prince Mahmud’s criticism on Ekushey Padak selection

A contentious debate has erupted on social media following the announcement of the recipients of the prestigious Ekushey Padak 2024. The government's decision to honour 21 individuals for their outstanding contributions across various fields, with 10 from the entertainment sector, has received criticism, particularly surrounding the recognition of music star Shuvro Dev.

February 17, 2024
February 17, 2024

The dairyman that won our hearts

It doesn’t get sweeter than a 90-year-old curd seller being awarded the second highest civilian award in Bangladesh, the Ekushey Padak.

November 29, 2023
November 29, 2023

BGTF to honour Mancha Sarathi Ataur Rahman

The three-phase programme will begin with a convention bringing together over 500 thespians, and theatre activists at 4:00 pm, today. Awards and over 50 new play scripts will be delivered after the inauguration of the ceremony.

October 5, 2023
October 5, 2023

Poet Asad Chowdhury no more

With the publication of his first collection of poems, Tabak Deya Paan in 1975, Bangla literary scene witnessed the emergence of a powerful new voice.

August 12, 2023
August 12, 2023

The poet who shook the Ershad regime

As he had actively protested against Ayub's dictatorship, and was indeed jailed, he felt compelled to protest against Ershad's dictatorship through his poetry.

March 6, 2023
March 6, 2023

One-on-one with Nawazish Ali Khan

Apart from collecting numerous accolades, Nawazish Ali Khan is also responsible for Humayun Ahmed’s initiation into TV dramas.

May 22, 2019
May 22, 2019

Nazrul exponent Khalid Hossain passes away

Ekushey Padak winner and one of the most prominent Nazrul exponents in the country, Khalid Hossain passes away at a hospital in Dhaka. He was 78.

February 7, 2019
February 7, 2019

21 named for Ekushey Padak

Twenty-one eminent personalities will get the country's second-highest civilian award, Ekushey Padak, this year in recognition of their contributions to various fields.