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Sabina Yasmin stable after collapsing on stage, confirms daughter

The show, intended to celebrate her legacy, took an unexpected turn when she suddenly felt unwell and collapsed while singing on stage.

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Sabina Yasmin stable after collapsing on stage, confirms daughter

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Legendary singer Sabina Yasmin collapsed on stage during a live performance at a five-star hotel in Dhaka earlier this evening.

Her daughter, Fairooz Yasmeen Badhan, confirmed the news to The Daily Star, adding that the singer was better now and her condition was stable.

Sabina Yasmin, known for her timeless voice and vast contribution to Bangladeshi music, was performing at a tribute event titled "Amader Sabina Yasmin: Ami Achi Thakbo," organised by HSBC Bangladesh. The show, intended to celebrate her legacy, took an unexpected turn when she suddenly felt unwell and collapsed while singing on stage.

The incident occurred around 8:15 pm, shortly after she performed the titular song, "Ami Achi Thakbo." The esteemed musician, a cancer survivor, blacked out and collapsed mid-performance, leading to immediate concern among the audience and event organisers.

"While performing, my mother felt a mild pain in her head and collapsed. She was rushed to United Hospital where she is currently receiving treatment," Badhon told The Daily Star. "I've spoken to her, and she is doing well now. She will be taken home once the doctors finish their treatment."

Doctors at the United Hospital have confirmed that the singer is in stable condition and is being closely monitored.

The sudden illness raised alarm among her fans and followers, especially considering Yasmin's previous health struggles. Fortunately, her family remains hopeful, with doctors indicating she will make a full recovery.

"Sabina Yasmin was discharged from the hospital around 11:45 pm and is now in good health," a source close to the singer confirmed to The Daily Star.

The event was meant to mark Sabina Yasmin's return to the stage, with fans eager to witness the singer's comeback after her battle with cancer. Though the show was cut short due to her medical emergency, the audience was able to experience her unmatched vocal performance, even if only for a brief moment.​

 

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Legendary folk singer Farida Parveen in ICU

Renowned Lalon singer Farida Parveen has been admitted to hospital with severe respiratory distress.

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Legendary folk singer Farida Parveen in ICU

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Renowned Lalon singer Farida Parveen has been admitted to hospital with severe respiratory distress.

Her husband, instrumentalist Gazi Abdul Hakim, told the daily Prothom Alo that she was taken to the hospital early this morning and is now in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

Gazi Abdul Hakim stated that fluid has accumulated in her lungs, along with several other complications.

Ashish Kumar Chakraborty, the Managing Director of Universal Medical College, provided an update on her condition. He said, "She was admitted at dawn due to acute respiratory distress. After necessary tests, she was placed in the ICU. Her lungs are affected, and she also suffers from diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid issues, and age-related complications. She is currently under the care of specialists in respiratory diseases, nephrology, and critical care. Her condition is somewhat complex, and we have recommended dialysis. Let's see how things progress."

Farida Parveen began her musical career in 1968 as a listed Nazrul Sangeet singer for Rajshahi Radio. She gained popularity in the early 1970s for her patriotic songs and later trained in Lalon music under the guidance of spiritual guru Moksed Ali Shah.

In recognition of her contributions to music, she was awarded the Ekushey Padak in 1987. In 2008, she received the ''Fukuoka Asian Culture Prize'' from the Japanese government. Additionally, in 1993, she won the National Film Award for Best Playback Singer.

To promote Lalon music among children, she established a music school named Achin Pakhi School.​

 

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Sabina Yasmin in HDU, not ICU

The singer's daughter, Yasmeen Fairooz Badhon, confirmed the news to The Daily Star. On Friday, during a programme titled “Amader Sabina Yasmin: Ami Achi Thakbo” at a five-star hotel in the capital, Sabina Yasmin fell ill while performing. She was immediately taken to a hospital in the capital...

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Sabina Yasmin in HDU, not ICU

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Legendary singer Sabina Yasmin was admitted to a private hospital in the capital this Saturday morning after her health deteriorated. Initially, she was placed in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), but as her condition improved slightly, she was moved to the High Dependency Unit (HDU).

The singer's daughter, Yasmeen Fairooz Badhon, confirmed the news to The Daily Star. On Friday, during a programme titled "Amader Sabina Yasmin: Ami Achi Thakbo" at a five-star hotel in the capital, Sabina Yasmin fell ill while performing. She was immediately taken to a hospital in the capital for medical attention and was later discharged.

At the end of 2023, Sabina Yasmin performed in multiple stage shows in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, Australia. Since then, she has not appeared on stage.​

 

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Music icons to unite to honour Shafin Ahmed’s legacy

A tribute concert titled “Shafin Ahmed: Echoes of a Legend” has been organised to commemorate the legacy of the late band icon Shafin Ahmed. Set to take place on February 13 at Aloki in Tejgaon, Dhaka, the event will feature performances by fellow musicians in his honour.

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Music icons to unite to honour Shafin Ahmed’s legacy

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A tribute concert titled "Shafin Ahmed: Echoes of a Legend" has been organised to commemorate the legacy of the late band icon Shafin Ahmed. Set to take place on February 13 at Aloki in Tejgaon, Dhaka, the event will feature performances by fellow musicians in his honour.

Shafin Ahmed had travelled to the United States for a concert last year but never returned home. Before a scheduled performance in Virginia on July 20, he fell ill and was admitted to the hospital. After two days on life support, he passed away on July 24.

Nearly seven months since his passing, the concert aims to celebrate his enduring musical legacy.

The tribute concert "Shafin Ahmed: Echoes of a Legend" will feature a performance by Miles, the band with which Shafin Ahmed became a household name as its lead vocalist.

Alongside Miles, the concert will also include performances by Feedback, Dalchhut, Artcell, AvoidRafa, and rapper OZ, among others.

In addition to the musical performances, memorabilia related to Shafin Ahmed will be displayed during the event, and a documentary video highlighting his life and career will be screened.

Following Shafin Ahmed's passing, activity on his Facebook page had come to a standstill. However, last Thursday, his family issued a statement on the page, announcing that it would now regularly share Shafin Ahmed's songs and memories from different moments of his life.

Just a day after this announcement, the page also shared the news of the tribute concert being organised in his memory.

The Facebook post detailing the concert stated, "An unforgettable evening has been arranged to honour the life and illustrious career of Bangladesh's true music icon, Shafin Ahmed. 'Echoes of a Legend' is not just a concert dedicated to him; it is an event that will highlight his unparalleled contributions to the world of rock and pop music."

The "Shafin Ahmed: Echoes of a Legend" concert is being organised by Velvet Events. Ticket sales have already begun on the Get Set Rock website, with two categories available—VIP tickets priced at Tk 3,000 and Regular tickets at Tk 1,500.

The event will take place on February 13, starting at 9pm, while gates will open for the audience at 6pm.​