Peya’s Durga Puja
“PPAP,” or “Pen Pineapple Apple Pen” has become the latest internet sensation. The viral video shows nothing more than a man dancing in a crazy outfit while singing nonsensical lyrics, but is still taking the world by storm. Japanese comedian Piko Taro and DJ Kosaka have earned 15 million views on YouTube in less than a week. The lyrics revolve around putting a pen in an apple and a pineapple. The singer then scrambles the words “apple, pineapple and pen” with a wacky yet, catchy tune. Meanwhile, fans are expressing their thoughts about the video on social media. A Twitter user claimed that the song is like Donald Trump. “They are both something that people hate but
n Showtime Desk The preparations for the celebration of Durga Puja is at full swing. And to add another dimension to it’s celebration, popular singer Nancy has come up with a new song titled, “Pujo Elo” for the biggest religious festival in a Bengali Hindu’s calendar. What makes it even better is that, gorgeous modelactor Jannatul Ferdous Peya will also be featured in the music alongside actor Shipon. Snehashish Ghosh wrote the lyrics while Rezwan Sheikh and MMP Roni composed the music
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for the song. Directed by Saikat Reza, the filming of the music video wrapped up recently. While talking about the music video, Peya said, “The song’s lyrics are extraordinary. I believe that one’s religion should be personal and when it comes to celebrating festivals, everyone should participate.” Apart from the National Film Award winner as the lead vocal in the song, Milon and Shafayet also lent their voice for the chorus. The song is coming out under the banner of Drubho Music Station. l
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together. Pop singer Justin Beiber even tweeted that PPAP is now his
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