Remembering Farooque through his timeless songs with Bobita and Kabori
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Farooque starred opposite many leading actresses throughout his career. Among them, the songs from his films with Babita and Kabori became particularly popular with audiences. Here are some of the memorable songs from their films.
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Five timeless romantic songs that celebrate Shabnam’s legacy
17 August 2026
Today, Monday (August 17), marks the birthday of the celebrated actress. Born in 1946, Shabnam turns 80 today.
17 August 2026
Before his voice became iconic, Ayub Bachchu composed these classics
16 August 2026
Today marks the birth anniversary of the legendary musician. Had he been alive, the Bangladeshi rock icon would have turned 64.
16 August 2026
‘If I live, we will meet again on a bigger canvas’
11 August 2026
The traces of Kanchan’s life extend beyond photographs. Several bookshelves beside the dining table are packed with books, offering a quiet glimpse into another side of the actor — a man who once spent considerable time reading.
11 August 2026
Alauddin Ali and his timeless works of art
9 August 2026
Songs written, composed and musically directed by Alauddin Ali have captivated audiences for generations. Across films, radio and television, he created nearly 5,000 songs. He was born on 24 December 1952 in Bashbari village of Tongibari upazila, Munshiganj.
9 August 2026
‘I spoke with my favourite singers before my solo concert’: Apurba
8 August 2026
Popular actor Ziaul Faruq Apurba is set to showcase another side of his artistry as he takes the stage for a solo musical concert today, August 8, at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center in New York.
8 August 2026
Jaya Ahsan shines as ‘Aajo Ardhangini’ continues acclaimed run in Indian cinemas
6 August 2026
Jaya Ahsan continues to reaffirm her place as one of the most celebrated actresses across both Bangladesh and West Bengal. Her latest release, "Aajo Ardhangini", has emerged as one of the year's most talked-about Bengali films in India, earning widespread acclaim from audiences and critics alike.
6 August 2026
Shapla Talkies closes, marking the end of an era in Rangpur
2 August 2026
At one time, Rangpur boasted several cinema halls, including Shapla Talkies, Dorodi Hall, Oriental, Lakshmi Talkies, Noor Mahal and China Talkies. Over the years, they closed one after another, with Shapla Talkies becoming the latest—and effectively the last—to shut its doors, bringing the city's long chapter of traditional single-screen cinema to an end.
2 August 2026
‘Ajke Na Hoy Bhalobasho’ remains Khurshid Alam’s most requested song
Khurshid Alam is one of the country's most accomplished singers. He has lent his voice to countless songs over his long musical career.
1 August 2026
10 timeless songs to celebrate Babita's birthday
Today (July 30), as Babita celebrates her birthday, it is not only her memorable performances that continue to evoke nostalgia, but also the unforgettable songs that brought her characters to life.
30 July 2026
‘It has taken me 62 years to perform at my own country’s Shilpakala Academy’: Runa Laila
Looking back on her long career, she added, “I have performed at countless venues at home and abroad over the past 62 years, singing in Bangla, Hindi and Urdu. Yet it has taken me 62 years to perform at my own country’s Shilpakala Academy.”
24 July 2026
Apurba’s musical night to kick off in New York
Ziaul Faruq Apurba is all set to showcase another side of his artistic talent as he prepares for a solo concert in the United States.
23 July 2026
10 iconic film songs that remain synonymous with Kabori
Her contributions extended beyond acting. Kabori also ventured into filmmaking, making her directorial debut with “Ayna”. She later directed “Ei Tumi Shei Tumi”, for which she also wrote the story, screenplay and dialogue. Although the film remains unreleased, it stands as a testament to her creative ambitions beyond the screen.
19 July 2026
Best of Dildar: Remembering Dhallywood’s king of laughter
More than two decades after his passing, Dhallywood’s beloved actor Dildar continues to hold a special place in the hearts of audiences. Widely regarded as one of the finest comedians in Bangladeshi cinema, he was a performer of such stature that filmmakers often accorded him a level of importance rarely seen for comic actors of his era.
13 July 2026
Bangladesh Film Artistes’ Association’s new committee sworn in
The ceremony, held at BFDC’s Floor No. 8, was attended by all 21 members of the newly elected executive committee, including president Shiba Shanu and general secretary Joy Chowdhury.
9 July 2026
Six years without Andrew Kishore, the voice that defined Bangladeshi cinema
Known as the “Playback King”, Andrew Kishore died on July 6, 2020, at the age of 64 after battling Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Even six years later, his songs remain fixtures on radio stations, television programmes and streaming playlists, continuing to connect with audiences across generations.
6 July 2026
BFDC election: No star candidates, but FDC canteen thrives
Campaigning by two panels is in full swing at the Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC) ahead of the Bangladesh Film Artistes Association election for the 2026–28 term.
1 July 2026
Nation pays tribute as Mustafa Monwar receives guard of honour
Monwar was one of the key planners behind the iconic red sun motif of the Central Shaheed Minar. In his final farewell, the distinguished artist returned there one last time. He was accorded a guard of honour at the Shaheed Minar at 12:30 pm.
30 June 2026
Does Bangladesh really have a box office?
The term “box office hit” is familiar to most filmgoers. But what exactly is a box office, and does Bangladesh’s film industry truly have one?
26 June 2026
My love is expressed through my work: Arifin Shuvoo
This Eid-ul-Azha, Arifin Shuvoo returned to the big screen in Saif Chandan’s action movie “Malik”, appearing in a bold and intense new avatar.
9 June 2026
Eid film stars hit cinemas to promote festive releases
Actors and filmmakers behind this year's Eid-ul-Azha releases are visiting cinemas across the country to promote their films and engage with audiences.
30 May 2026
8 films release today across 181 cinema halls nationwide
Some of the films are showing in both single-screen and multiplex halls. Others are multiplex-only.
28 May 2026
10 films announced, how many will actually hit theatres this Eid?
However, only a handful of the films have visible promotional campaigns so far. Whether all of them will ultimately make it to cinemas remains to be seen. Several teasers, songs and trailers have already been unveiled, building anticipation around the Eid line-up.
24 May 2026
Singers making their way to the screen
The transition from music to acting is hardly unusual. Many vocalists have made guest appearances in dramas and films over the years, including Azam Khan, Bappa Mazumder, Samina Chowdhury, Fahmida Nabi, Kona, Salma, Mila, and others. Most of them have appeared as guest artistes, adding a different dimension to their creative journeys.
6 May 2026
‘Eta Amaderi Golpo’: What’s driving its widespread popularity?
The journey of winning hearts will come to an end with its 52nd episode. The final episode will premiere on May 8 at 3:00pm on the Cinemawala YouTube channel, with a special extended runtime of 92 minutes as a gift for viewers.
5 May 2026
Eid-ul-Azha film lineup shapes up with major releases
Following Eid-ul-Fitr, when five films—“Bonolota Express”, “Domm”, “Prince”, “Pressure Cooker”, and “Rakkhosh”—were released, focus has now shifted to the next major holiday window. Among them, “Bonolota Express” is still holding the top position, while others recorded moderate commercial returns and some overseas response.
23 April 2026
‘Bonolota Express’ leads Eid box office in fourth week
Five films released this Eid-ul-Azha have entered their fourth week in theatres, with Bonolota Express emerging as the top earner among multiplex audiences.
The figures are based on ticket sales from multiplex chains across Bangladesh and do not include overseas earnings.
13 April 2026
‘Unmatched’: Eminent Bangladeshi artistes reminisce Asha Bhosle
Asha Bhosle (1933-2026) was a legend not only in the context of South Asia, but the entire musical world feels her absence.
12 April 2026