TSC to Madison Square Garden: 20 years of Chirkutt

By Arts & Entertainment Desk
24 February 2023, 10:00 AM
UPDATED 24 February 2023, 21:04 PM
Yesterday, the University of Dhaka was able to witness live the 20th anniversary of Chirkutt. The event featured performances from Cryptic Fate, Ashes, Miles, Bangu Bibi, Bangla Five and Kakktaal. Below are some of the photos from the incredible event.

Popular Bangla fusion band Chirkutt has created waves with its music, both locally and internationally. Their iconic songs like "Doyal" and "Bondhu" have tugged on the heartstrings of their fans for years now.

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Legends participating in the celebration of Chirkutt's 20th annivesrary

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Chirkutt's Sumi stands infront of the crowd at the University of Dhaka

Yesterday, the 20th anniversary concert for Chirkutt took place at TSC. Titled "TSC to Madison Square Garden", the concert began around 6 pm at University of Dhaka's gymnasium field (Central Field).

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Tashfee from Bangu Bibi blows away the audience with her powerful vocals

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Chirkutt's Sumi performs with Amitabh Reza Chowdhury on stage

Chirkutt's journey had began on the campus of the University of Dhaka. While studying International Relations at the university, Sharmin Sultana Sumi came up with the idea to form a band with her friends. Starting their journey in 2002, the band would go on to become stalwarts in the industry.

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Bangla Five share an incredible performance with the audience

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The band's success would lead to them to play shows all over the world, with the eventual proverbial cherry on top being their performance at Madison Square Garden in New York, US in 2022.

Along with Chirkutt, bands like Miles, Cryptic Fate, Ashes, Bangu Bibi, Bangla Five and Kakktaal, among others performed at yesterday's event.

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Shakib Chowdhury of Cryptic Fate captivates the crowd with his iconic voice

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