Asif Akbar
Asif Akbar’s ‘Koshto Vishon’ to release this Valentine's Day
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.
10 February 2025, 12:44 PM
Asif Akbar kicks off the year with two new songs
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.
8 January 2025, 07:33 AM
Asif and Imran join forces for a musical video
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.
31 December 2024, 05:12 AM
Celebrities voice their reflections on the spirit of Victory Day
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.
16 December 2024, 10:59 AM
Asif Akbar declines Betar and BTV offers after 18 years of blacklisting
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.
5 September 2024, 10:26 AM
Artistes rally to support flood victims across Bangladesh
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.
27 August 2024, 18:05 PM
Musicians rally for flood relief with fundraisers, concerts
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.
25 August 2024, 09:11 AM
Bangladeshi musicians excel on international stages
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.
29 July 2024, 07:13 AM
New songs to light up Eid-ul-Azha celebrations
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.
18 June 2024, 05:47 AM
Asif Akbar to feature as Don in upcoming song
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.
9 June 2024, 06:46 AM
Asif Akbar’s ‘Boneyard’, starring Mel Gibson to release on July
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.
8 June 2024, 06:32 AM
Asif Akbar makes an appearance on BBC’s ‘Nadia Ali Show’
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.
18 May 2024, 05:44 AM
Asif Akbar on his way to debut in Bollywood
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.
4 May 2024, 14:04 PM
Asif Akbar shares experience of recording in AR Rahman’s studio
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.
29 April 2024, 10:45 AM
Eid melodies to enchant this festive season
What’s Eid without the anticipation of new songs? This Eid-ul-Fitr, artistes are bustling to unveil their latest songs for music lovers. A bunch of fresh tunes awaits release this festive season, according to a report by Ajker Patrika.
7 April 2024, 07:48 AM
Shreya Ghoshal and Asif Akbar confirm collaboration
Asif Akbar, the versatile singer known as the “Prince of Bengali Music,” is set to collaborate with the immensely popular Indian playback singer Shreya Ghoshal. Despite his remarkable success and popularity as a solo artiste, Asif has also ventured into duets with various renowned singers, including a memorable duet with Indian playback singer Kavita Krishnamurti in 2003.
13 November 2023, 13:01 PM
Winners of Channel i Music Awards this year
Bangladesh National Film Award recipient Shujeo Shyam, who is also an artiste at the Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, received the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the award ceremony.
19 October 2023, 02:51 AM
‘MR-9’ to release in 18 halls locally, 151 across Canada and USA
Earlier, Jaaz Multimedia also claimed that "Mr-9" is the highest-budgeted Bangladeshi movie to be made, which they also assume to bring in Tk 700 crores worldwide.
23 August 2023, 12:44 PM
Masud Rana’s international allies land in Dhaka
“MR-9: Do or Die” is a visual adaptation of “Dhongsho Pahar”, the first edition of the popular spy series Masud Rana, authored by eminent writer Qazi Anwar Husain.
22 August 2023, 03:00 AM
Chinese media spotlights Bangladeshi film ‘MR-9: Do or Die’
Producer Abdul Aziz couldn't contain his excitement, taking to social media to share his thoughts.
18 August 2023, 14:20 PM