The 14th Sanjeeb Utsab was held on Thursday afternoon at Sanjeeb Chattar on the premises of Dhaka University’s Teacher-Student Centre (TSC), marking the birth anniversary of celebrated lyricist, composer, singer and journalist Sanjeeb Choudhury.
Regarded as one of the true masters of Bangla music, Sanjeeb Choudhury spoke of dreams and aspirations through his songs and poetry throughout his life, consistently raising his voice against prevailing social superstitions, injustice and wrongdoing. His works remain deeply rooted in social consciousness.
Leaving an indelible mark on music and journalism, Sanjeeb Choudhury portrayed love and separation of urban life, alongside themes of deprivation, regret and protest. Still relevant to the younger generation, the iconic artist is remembered every year on his birthday through the Sanjeeb Utsab, organised by young music lovers.
This year’s festival began at 5:00 pm and featured musical performances by Joy Shahriar, Khayam Sanu, Sandhi, Karishma Sanu, Sovvota, Sahos Mostafiz, Suhrid Swagoto, Farah Diba Tasnim, Rajesh Majumder, Rihan Rizuan, Pijit Mahajan and others.
The event was organised by Aajob Karkhana, with support from the Sanjeeb Utsab Udjapon Parishad, Dhaka University Cultural Society and Dhaka University Band Society.
A multifaceted personality, Sanjeeb Choudhury was born on December 25, 1964, in Makalkandi village of Baniachong, Habiganj, with ancestral roots in Dashghar, Bishwanath upazila of Sylhet. He grew up in a family with a cultural heritage.
He co-founded the band Dalchhut with Bappa Mazumder, which went on to become one of the most influential bands in the country’s music scene.
Songs sung by Sanjeeb Choudhury continue to enjoy equal popularity among today’s listeners. His timeless tracks include ‘Bioscope’, ‘Tomar Bhaj Kholo Anondo Dekhao’, ‘Ami Tomakei Bole Debo’, ‘Amake Ondho Kore Dilo Chad’, ‘Swapnobaji’, ‘Gari Chole Na’, and ‘Ei Kannabheja Akash Amar Bhalo Lage Na’, among others.
