Jazz City: Soumik Sen's series commemorates Language Movement with iconic song Amar Bhaier Rokte Rangano Ekushey February

Jazz City, created by Soumik Sen, will be released on SonyLIV (OTTplay Premium) on March 19, 2026. The makers shared a promotional teaser, which commemorates the Language Movement.

Arifin Shuvoo in Jazz City

Jazz City based on Bangladesh's revolution, was originally scheduled for a February 6 release date, but it was later postponed, and now it will be released on SonyLIV (OTTplay Premium) on March 19, 2026. The makers unveiled a new teaser that commemorates the Language Movement.

Jazz City new teaser

The teaser for the Sony LIV Original series Jazz City offers viewers a rich historical atmosphere. It begins with scenes of local gatherings, students, and daily life in mid-twentieth-century Bengal evoking both nostalgia and solemnity.

Views change from misty rivers and narrow village lanes to the splendour of colonial-era urban architecture, which captures the diverse landscape of the region. Throughout, people are shown listening intently to the radio or coming together in collective singing, highlighting the communal spirit and cultural heartbeat of the era.

The teaser is decorated with the iconic song Amar Bhaier Rokte Rangano Ekushey February, a powerful tribute to the Language Movement. This music echoes throughout the video, performed by various groups, highlighting the collective spirit of resistance and cultural pride.

It captures the profound significance of 21st February, reminding viewers of the sacrifices that shaped a nation’s identity.

The video concludes with a powerful text overlay that frames the historical context: "21st February. When language was defended with blood, and identity was written in sacrifice."

A vibrant poster for the series has since been released, depicting a stylised, dramatic montage of characters, including musicians and activists, hinting that the show will explore the intersection of art, jazz, and the socio-political movements of the era.

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What's the significance of 21st February?

February 21 is observed worldwide as International Mother Language Day, officially proclaimed by UNESCO in 1999. It is recognised by the UN to celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity, as well as the importance of multilingualism.

The day honours the martyrs of the 1952 Bengali Language Movement in Bangladesh, who sacrificed their lives to defend the right to speak their mother tongue, leaving a lasting legacy of courage and cultural pride.

What's the plot of Jazz City?

Jazz City is a Bengali historical thriller directed by Soumik Sen. It is set in 1971 Kolkata amid the turbulence of the Bangladesh Liberation War. The series follows Jimmy (Arifin Shuvoo), a charming conman who gets caught up in espionage and political intrigue, travelling to a world where jazz, deception, and revolutionary enthusiasm unexpectedly collide.

The series also features Shataf Figar, Santanu Ghatak, Amit Saha, Alexandra Taylor, Sreya Bhattacharyya, Sayandeep Sen, Tanika Basu, and Aniruddha Gupta in key roles.

Jazz City FAQs:

Q. When and where to watch Jazz City?

A. Jazz City will be released on March 19, 2026.

Q. Is Jazz City based on a real story?

A. Jazz City is a period drama set against the historical backdrop of 1971 Calcutta (now Kolkata) and the Bangladesh Liberation War.

Q. Who are the actors in Jazz City?

A. In Jazz City Arifin Shuvoo will be seen in a lead role with Santanu Ghatak, Aniruddha Gupta and Sauraseni Maitra (Saali Mohabbat) in key roles.

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