'Manike Mage Hithe' singer Yohani starstruck by Shakib Al Hasan

By Arts & Entertainment Desk
6 August 2023, 04:38 AM
UPDATED 6 August 2023, 11:41 AM
"Manike Mage Hithe" famed singer Yohani shared a picture with Shakib Al Hasan on her Facebook.

Bangladesh's all rounder Shakib Al Hasan is in Sri Lanka to participate in Lanka Premier League (LPL). "Manike Mage Hithe" famed singer Yohani performed her song at the opening ceremony last Sunday.  

Consequently, Yohani shared a picture with Shakib Al Hasan on her Facebook. 

The singer's spokesperson told a local daily that Yohani was overwhelmed by the opportunity to meet Shakib Al Hasan. They had a great rapport and enjoyed their small conversations. 

The singer took part in a 'singing challenge' with cricketers, commentators, coaches who participated in the LPL. Yohani challenged Shakib Al Hasan to sing a song. However, the song remains a surprise as we will find it once it's released on LPL's Facebook page.

Shakib Al Hasan is playing for Galle Gladiators in the Lanka Premier League.

Yohani gained popularity in India and Bangladesh for her song "Manike Mage Hithe".The singer is fondly called rap queen in her country, Sri Lanka. She has also voiced the title track for Bollywood film "Shiddat."