The Bengali New Year is being celebrated today with vibrant arrangements unfolding across the country. From lively concerts to musical performances, renowned artistes and bands are taking the stage to delight audiences and spread festive cheer nationwide.

This year, the Victory Day feels particularly significant due to this year’s powerful uprising. To commemorate this special day, here are some events to help you embrace the spirit of patriotism. 

Each year, a range of programmes are organised to commemorate the Month of Victory, and this year is no different. To celebrate Victory Day, an open-air concert has been scheduled in the capital, featuring James alongside some of the country’s most renowned artistes.

Runa Laila, the legendary icon of the subcontinent, shares a strong connection with contemporary artistes. Recently, this renowned artiste praised the song "Dushtu Kokil," sung by National Film Award-winning singer Kona.

The Eid release, “Toofan”, sweeping nationwide tickets and halls alike has officially released its song “Dushtu Kokil” on YouTube.

A spectacular line-up of the country’s most prominent vocalists that includes Partha Barua, Hamin Ahmed, Bappa Mazumdar, SI Tutul, Mizan Rahman, Kona, Salma, Mahtim Shakib, Abanti Sengupta, Tasnim Anika, Makhon Mia, Kishor, Shafiq Tuhin, Joy Shahriar, Neela Naz, Nasim Ali Khan, actors Imtiaz Barshan, and Zakia Bari Mamo.

In anticipation of the upcoming film "Omar," directed by Mohammad Mostafa Kamal Raz, the production team has released its first song titled "Viral Baby," featuring the dynamic vocal talents of Kona and Ishan Mitra.

Last week a drama directed by Muhammad Miftah Anaan titled “Ek Nojor Na Dekhle Tare” premiered on YouTube. Musicians Dilshad Nahar Kona and Imran Mahmudul collaborated to sing the song “Poran” for the drama. The song was released alongside the drama and has garnered significant attention since its debut. Within eight days, it has amassed over one million views, indicating its popularity.

The vivacious songstress with the honeyed voice has had a rather bustling month this year — as divulged by Dilshad Nahar Kona herself. Not only did her latest collaboration with Muza, “Daane Baame”, drop this ongoing month but Kona has been touring and performing in around 17 scheduled concerts across Bangladesh, on top of also accumulating praise for singing a romantic rendition of the Rabindra Sangeet “Bhalobeshe Sokhi” on Pavel Areen's “Living Room Session”. Additionally, the versatile musician lent her voice to 11 songs for different dramas and films on television this month alone. 

The music video features Mubashshira Kamal Era, Kona, and Muza under the choreography of Ridy Sheikh. Produced by Daekho Studios, the video was directed by Partho Sheikh.

In a groundbreaking move, nine Bangladeshi musicians have made their mark in one of the world's most iconic locations, Times Square. This extraordinary appearance is part of the celebration of the Living Room Session, a warm and rustic musical endeavour curated by the renowned producer and composer, Pavel Areen.

One of the most popular singers of our times, Kona is a natural with powerful hit songs. Despite a flurry of stage shows, live TV shows, audio albums, playbacks and jingles, she finds time for appearances in TV plays.

In her career span, Kona has won the hearts of millions with her lovely singing. In a recent conversation with The Daily Star, the acclaimed singer spoke about Eid vacations, celebrations and more.

Popular singer Kona will celebrate Pahela Baishakh in Dhaka this time.