A special poetry and music event, “Ballad for Léopoldine Hugo: Victor Hugo Through Bengali Mystics,” will be held in Dhaka, Bangladesh on Tuesday, June 23rd, at 6:30 PM. The event, hosted by the Alliance Française de Dhaka at its Nouvel Vogue auditorium, commemorates the 200th anniversary of Victor Hugo’s renowned work, *Odes et Ballades*. The program features a unique artistic interpretation of Hugo’s poetry through the lens of Bengali mystical traditions. It draws inspiration from South Asian classical arts, particularly those originating in Britain. The event aims to bridge French literature with Bengali artistic expression, offering a novel perspective on Hugo’s legacy. Organizers anticipate a culturally rich evening celebrating the enduring influence of the French author. Further details regarding the event’s specific performances and participants were not immediately available.