with Shumena Akhter: One Last Ride

Available for 34 days

New voices and new sounds from the Asian Network. This May on Asian Network Represents, Shumena Akther signs off her takeover with an emotional, high-energy celebration of the music, memories and moments that defined her month behind the mic. From blockbuster Pakistani drama soundtracks and Bollywood heartbreak anthems to Punjabi remixes and soulful Bengali classics, this final show is packed with global sounds and feel-good chaos. Expect huge tracks from artists including Asim Azhar, Zack Knight, Jasmine Sandlas and Nora Fatehi, alongside honest reflections on identity, gym culture, city life and the differences between London and the North. From football debates to conversations about Bengali identity and the comfort of community, Shumena brings humour, vulnerability and personality right to the airwaves. It’s a heartfelt farewell filled with nostalgia, laughter and unapologetic vibes. Ending her Represents journey the only way she knows how: loud, global and unforgettable. Produced in Birmingham by Solis Productions for BBC Asian Network.