In an unexpected move, two major festivals slated for Dhaka’s Army Stadium have been postponed due to security concerns and the sudden cancellation of venue bookings. The highly anticipated International Folk Music Festival and Bengal Foundation's Classical Music Festival have both been put on hold, leaving event organisers and attendees in uncertainty.

The Dhaka International Folk Festival is all set to be returning to music lovers with a new zest and excitement, after a four-year break.

After a five-year hiatus, Folk Fest, an annual programme celebrating Bangladesh’s vibrant folk music heritage, is set to make its grand comeback.

The maiden Dhaka International Folk Festival (DIFF) ended on a high note with an array of soulful performances on Saturday. The concluding day of the three-day grand festival was set off with a riveting performance by Bangladeshi band Joler Gaan.