By Husneara Choudhury | New York
Renowned Bangladeshi children’s author, poet, and writer Humayun Kabir Dhali is receiving widespread praise for writing an inspiring theme song for the 40th FOBANA Convention, dedicated to the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
The song, titled “Akshare Sajai Bornomala, Bangabandhur Bangladesh” (“I Arrange the Alphabet in Letters, Bangabandhu’s Bangladesh”), was performed at the opening ceremony of the 40th FOBANA Convention on September 4. The song immediately captured the attention of the audience and has been warmly received by people across political and social lines.
With its meaningful lyrics, melodious composition, and powerful vocal performance, the song has emerged as one of the highlights of this year’s convention. The music was composed by acclaimed composer Ibrar Tipu, while popular singers Shah Mahbub and Bindukona lent their voices to the song.
The song has already gained significant attention on social media and is rapidly going viral. It has particularly touched the hearts of admirers of Bangabandhu, who have praised its emotional depth and patriotic spirit.
Dhali has previously written theme songs for the Bangladesh Day Parade and the South Asian Unity Parade, both of which received appreciation from audiences. However, many listeners are now placing the FOBANA theme song ahead of his earlier works, describing it as especially powerful and emotionally resonant.
Explaining why the song has connected so strongly with audiences, Dhali said, “When a writer becomes emotionally and intellectually connected with the subject while writing about it, the work is bound to rise above.”
Although Dhali is best known for his contribution to children’s literature, his literary work extends far beyond that genre. He has also written novels, essays, and poetry for adult readers, earning recognition for his versatility and creativity across different literary forms.
With more than 100 books to his name for both children and adults, Dhali has established himself as a prolific and versatile figure in Bangladeshi literature. His writings have also been translated into and published in several languages around the world.
Through the 40th FOBANA theme song, Humayun Kabir Dhali has once again demonstrated the power of words when they are infused with emotion, conviction, and a deep connection to the subject.
