Renowned singer Monir Khan, who has captivated listeners with his distinctive voice in Bangladeshi cinema over the years, has returned to film playback after a long break.

He recently lent his voice to a new track for the upcoming movie titled Alo, directed by Mehedi Hasan.

The lyrics have been penned by lyricist Kabir Bakul.

The recording was completed on Wednesday night at the Tanpura Recording Studio in Moghbazar, Dhaka.

Expressing his delight over returning to playback singing after a prolonged period, Monir Khan said he felt immense joy to be back in the studio for a film track.

Throughout his career, Monir Khan established a unique identity in modern pop and movie music alike, delivering numerous hit songs. He first gained widespread popularity in 1996 with his debut solo album Tomar Kono Dosh Nei.

Over the years, he has released more than 42 solo albums alongside extensive contributions to duet and mixed albums.

His artistic achievements have earned him multiple national accolades, including the National Film Award.

Given his hiatus, his return to film playback has generated keen interest among music lovers.

Details regarding the official release date of the song for Alo have not been announced yet, but those involved in the project express optimism that the collaboration between Monir Khan's vocals and Kabir Bakul's lyrics will resonate strongly with audiences.