Anjuman Ara Begum
| Anjuman Ara Begum | |
|---|---|
| Born |
January 11, 1942 Bogra, Bengal Presidency, British India |
| Died |
May 29, 2004 (aged 62) Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Cause of death | pneumonia |
| Resting place | Banani Graveyard |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Occupation | Vocalist |
Anjuman Ara Begum (January 11, 1942 – May 29, 2004) was a Bangladeshi vocalist.[1] She was awarded Ekushey Padak in 2003 by the Government of Bangladesh.[2]
Background and career
Begum was born on January 11, 1942 in Bogra to Kasiruddin Talukder. She started her career in playback music in 1958.[3] She sang on film, television and stage. Her notable songs include Tumi Ashbe Boley, Akasher Hatey, Key Swaraner Prantore, Khokonshona, Chadni, Brishti Johon and Shathi Ronger.[1]
Begum rendered one of the first songs telecast on Bangladesh Television in 1964.[3]
Personal life
Begum was married to Masud Alam Siddiqui. Together they had one son Tariq Masrur, and one daughter, Umana Anjalin.[1]
Awards
- Ekushey Padak (2003)
- Tarokalok Award
- Gunijan Award from Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy
- Koloddhani Padak[3]
References
- 1 2 3 "Anjuman Ara passes away". The Daily Star. May 30, 2004. Retrieved June 20, 2016.
- ↑ "একুশে পদকপ্রাপ্ত সুধীবৃন্দ". Government of Bangladesh. Retrieved June 20, 2016.
- 1 2 3 "Death anniversary of Anjuman Ara today". The Daily Star. May 29, 2007. Retrieved June 20, 2016.
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