One of the greatest composers in the history of Bangladesh, Alauddin Ali breathed his last on August 9 at 5:50 pm. He was laid to rest at the Mirpur Martyred Intellectual Graveyard on Monday, after his Namaz-e-janazawas held at Khilgaon Taltola mosque and FDC. Alauddin Ali, who directed music for over 300 films, loved to spend time with his friends, family and peers. This pictorial is in remembrance of the beloved 8-time National Award winner.

Alauddin Ali at a studio.

Linu Billah, Subir Nandi, Alauddin Ali and Richard Kishore.

Alif Alauddin as a baby with her parents, Alauddin Ali and Salma Sultana.

A young Alif Alauddin in a candid moment with her father, Alauddin Ali.

A glimpse of Alauddin Ali at work.

Thousands of people paid respects to Alauddin Ali for one last time after his Namaz-e-Janaza at FDC. Photo: Prabir Das