Kuddus Boyati

Bangladeshi folk singer From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Abdul Kuddus Boyati (born 1947) is a Bangladeshi folk singer.[1][2] He is often mentioned as Folk Superstar by Bangladeshi media.[3][4]

Born
Abdul Kuddus

1947 (age 7879)
Knownforfolk singer
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Kuddus Boyati
Born
Abdul Kuddus

1947 (age 7879)
Known forfolk singer
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Early life

Kuddus was born in 1947 at Rajibpur village, Kendua Upazila of Netrokona District during the time of the British Raj.[5] Due to financial problem, he didn't have the opportunity to study and started music practice at the age of 11.[5] Later, he came to Dhaka in search of work where he met Director Afzal Hossain and started his career by performing in the folk related music documentaries.[5]

Music

Kuddus collaborated with other musicians including Kangalini Sufia, Abdur Rahman Boyati and Anusheh Anadil.[6]

Awards

  • Bijoy Dibosh Podok (1995)[7]
  • Rifles Week award (2005)[7]
  • Foundation of Saarc Writers and Literature award (2011)[7]

References

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