Mehreen Mahmud
MEHREEN
মেহরীন | |
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Origin | Bangladesh |
Genres | Pop, Rock, Folk fusion, |
Occupation | Freelance Singer |
Years active | 2000–present |
Website | mehreenofficial |
Mehreen Mahmud, known by her stage name Mehreen, is a Bangladeshi singer.
Biography
Mehreen studied in Viqarunnisa Noon School and Holy Cross College. She completed her master's degree in English literature from the University of Dhaka, after 3 years of Honours.[1]
Mehreen's debut album, Anari, was released in 2000. [2] Mehreen is a famous Bangladeshi pop singer known for her powerful voice and versatile musical style.
She first gained recognition in the early 2000s and quickly became a household name in the Bangladeshi music industry. With her ability to blend pop, rock, and traditional Bengali music, Mehreen has won the hearts of listeners across generations. Some of her hit songs include "Rajkumar", "Tumi Acho Boley", and "Anari", among numerous others. In addition to her singing career, she has also made a mark in the realm of newscasting, program hosting, acting and modelling, further solidifying her status as a prominent figure in Bangladesh's entertainment scene. Her pioneering contributions to music and her unique style have earned her numerous accolades and a dedicated fan following. She was a Bangladeshi Idol judge for season 1 in 2012.[3]
In July 2023, Mehreen was awarded "Bongonari Shommanona" at the Indian Council for Cultural Relations in Kolkata.[4][5] In August, she was awarded with "Attojon Srity Shommanona" at the 104th-anniversary program of East Bengal FC held in Kolkata, India. It was given by Aroop Biswas, West Bengal sports minister, and Firhad Hakim, the mayor of Kolkata.[6][7]
Discography
As of 2024, she has released eight solo albums:
- Anari (2000)[8]
- Dekha Hobe (2002)[8]
- Mone Pore Tomaye (2004)[8]
- Bhalobashar Gaan: A Romantic Compilation (2005)[8]
- Don't Forget Me (2006)[8]
- Tumi Acho Boley (2008)[8]
- SE7EN (2017)[8]
- Bondhuta (2019)[4]
MEHREEN's Socials
References
- ^ বাংলাদেশের তরুণ প্রজন্মের প্রিয় শিল্পী মেহরীনের সাক্ষাৎকার. VoA (in Bengali). 16 July 2017. Retrieved 1 August 2021.
- ^ Malik, Shadma (30 September 2013). "Mehreen's takes on Bangladeshi Idol and more". Dhaka Tribune. Retrieved 8 February 2016.
- ^ "Bangladeshi Idol launches today". The Daily Star. 28 June 2013. Retrieved 1 August 2021.
- ^ a b "I strive to embrace everything that is new and good: Mehreen". The Business Standard. 12 July 2023. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
- ^ "Mehreen honored in Kolkata". Daily Sun. 2 July 2023. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
- ^ "Mehreen honoured with 'Atmajan Smriti' award". businesspostbd.com. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
- ^ "Mehreen bags award in Kolkata". New Age. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Mehreen releases 7th solo album". The New Nation. 12 July 2015. Retrieved 8 February 2016.
External links
- Mehreen Mahmud at IMDb
- Nadia Ali interviews Mahreen (27 April 2014). Bangladesh Idol judge Mehreen. BBC Radio (Radio broadcast).