The singers of Pratiti, led by Mansura Begum, gave a passable performance. The ladies in blue sarees and the men in ash panjabees reflected the effects of the rainy season portrayed superbly on the back screen. The microphones were also decorated with jasmines. However, the background lighting of the stage needed care.

Songs like Badho lo jhulonia, Shrabono jhulatey and Hridoye mondrilo remained in the memory as they were presented in an innovative way. The song Aji jharo jharo mukhoro badol diney was rendered in a slow pace by Mansura Begum, but simultaneously when sung in chorus it was in a fast rhythm.

The recitation of Bhaswar Bondyapadhhaya with his baritone voice enthralled the audience. But some felt that it was a run of the mill performance by him.

With the song Khoro bayu boy bege, the dancers of Nrittyanchhan led by Shibli Mohammad and Shamim Ara Neepa performed. The sound effects of storm and waves in the background were appreciable. While the dancers performed in dim light their white ornas (scarves) had a fluorescent effect in the dark background. Their dynamic movements with boisterous steps were artistic.

It is always a great pleasure to watch talented dancers like Shibli and Neepa on stage. However, young talents should be given a chance to perform in the lead roles so as to avoid monotony.