TBT DESK

An Islamic qawwali titled ‘Saaqi’ has been released, exploring the deep love and spiritual bond between a father and his son. The music video premiered on the official MUSLAH YouTube channel on Friday evening, November 6. Its distinctive storyline and unconventional presentation have already drawn attention from viewers.

Renowned Bangladeshi director and actor Gazi Rakayet portrays the father in the musical film. The song was directed by Nazmul Evan and Hossain A. Sparsha, while acclaimed cinematographer Tahsin Rahman served as director of photography.

The video was filmed at Bangladesh Film Development Corporation (BFDC), with around 200 artistes, technicians and crew members involved in the production. The large-scale arrangement and unusual storyline generated discussion in media circles even before the release. Since its premiere, the project has sparked fresh interest among audiences.

The lyrics were written by Nurul Kibria Sakib, with the composition by Masum Billah. Sandip Kumar Deb served as music director. The track was mixed by Abdul Wadud Moinul and Zakir Hossain, and mastered by Finland-based Svante Forsback. Mahmudul Hasan handled overall management.

Blending family affection with spirituality, ‘Saaqi’ uses music, storytelling and performances to portray the emotional depth of the father-son relationship.

Explaining the concept, singer MUSLAH said the song tells a story of a father and his child, centred on love, affection, sacrifice and their spiritual connection.

“During childhood, a child walks under the protection of the father’s shadow. The father slows his own pace so that the child never moves beyond that shadow. As time passes, the child grows up and gradually drifts away from the father amid the demands of life. Yet a father never stops loving his child or praying for them,” he said.

In the song’s spiritual context, ‘Saaqi’ does not merely refer to someone who serves a cup. Rather, it symbolises a spiritual guide who leads people towards love for Allah and the Prophet through affection and spiritual wisdom.