For the revered singer-songwriter, the affection from Bangladeshis is not tied to material gain. "I have nothing to gain from Bangladesh, no money or favors," he said. "Yet the love they give me feels as if the army would need to be called just to control the crowds." It is a sentiment that resonates deeply with his personal journey — a journey where the bonds of language, culture, and shared history outweigh the barriers of politics and geography.

These sentiments were expressed by Kabir Suman, one of the greatest artistes in the subcontinent. He wants to spend his final days in Bangladesh and to ultimately rest in peace in this land.

Renowned Bengali singer Kabir Suman has touched down in Dhaka for a much-anticipated four-day trip, bringing joy to his dedicated fans in Bangladesh.