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- FIFA’s official Facebook page shared a video featuring football highlights set to “Jadur Shohor” by Bangladeshi band Chirkutt, gaining significant online attention.
- Chirkutt’s lead vocalist, Sharmin Sultana Sumi, expressed surprise and pride, noting the song’s popularity during the July mass uprising on social media.
- “Jadur Shohor” was collaboratively written by Ananda and Sumi, composed by Pintu Ghosh, Emon Chowdhury, and Sumi, and produced by Pavel Areen.
- This collaboration highlights the growing influence of Bangladeshi culture on the international stage, marking a proud moment for both music and football fans in Bangladesh.
In recognition of Bangladeshi music, the FIFA World Cup’s official Facebook page has recently shared a video featuring highlights from various football matches, set to the tune of ‘Jadur Shohor,’ a popular track by the Bangladeshi band Chirkutt. This video, which combines electrifying football moments with the evocative sounds of ‘Jadur Shohor,’ quickly captured the attention of audiences online.
Sharmin Sultana Sumi, the lead vocalist of Chirkutt, expressed her surprise and pride at this unexpected recognition. ‘We’ve always been dedicated to representing Bangladesh and promoting Bangla music through our work. This is a huge achievement for us,’ said Sumi. She further added, ‘I wasn’t even aware that FIFA had chosen our song. It gained a lot of popularity during the July mass uprising, especially on social media reels, so they may have picked it up from there. I can’t even put into words how amazing this feels!’
The song ‘Jadur Shohor’ was a collaborative effort, written by Ananda and Sumi, composed by Pintu Ghosh, Emon Chowdhury, and Sumi, and produced by Pavel Areen. This collaboration between a global sports institution like FIFA and a local Bangladeshi band marks a significant moment of pride for both music and football enthusiasts in Bangladesh, highlighting the growing influence of Bangladeshi culture on the international stage.
Chirkutt, formed in 2002 by Sharmin Sultana Sumi, has been a prominent name in the Bangladeshi music scene. Despite being yet to achieve the level of success they deserve domestically, the band has gained widespread acclaim and recognition internationally. They have performed at prestigious events such as the SXSW-2016 in Austin, US, and the South Asian Band Festival in Delhi, India. Their music has also been featured in several local films, further cementing their reputation as a band with a global appeal.
This recognition by FIFA not only underscores the universal language of music but also serves as a testament to the potential of Bangladeshi artists to make a mark on the world stage. As Chirkutt continues to break boundaries with their music, their journey remains an inspiring tale of passion and perseverance.
Source: The Daily Star
