Kolkata's Swara Samrat Festival Marks 13th Year
The 13th Swara Samrat Festival in Kolkata paid tribute to Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, featuring Pt. Ajoy Chakrabarty, Kavita Krishnamurti & more. Explore the highlights of this classical music celebration.
The 13th Swara Samrat Festival in Kolkata paid tribute to Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, featuring Pt. Ajoy Chakrabarty, Kavita Krishnamurti & more. Explore the highlights of this classical music celebration.
Composer Debojyoti Mishra creates immersive soundscapes for India's iconic monuments like Ramappa Temple & Victoria Memorial. Discover how music bridges history & art.
Delhi's Triveni Kala Sangam hosted the first World Sarangi Day, honoring maestro Sabri Khan. His sons performed, awards were given. Read about this cultural milestone.
Hockey legend Ashok Kumar laments shift from artistic, wrist-based play to costly power hockey. He urges government to build astroturfs in every district to revive grassroots. Read his full vision.
Rajani Ganguly, mother of actress Rupali Ganguly, sets the internet on fire with her energetic dance to 'Shararat' at 70. Video choreographed by son Vijay Ganguly wins hearts.
The 10th Bhimaanjali dawn concert in Mumbai honoured Dr B R Ambedkar's legacy through classical music. Ustad Shujaat Khan, Pandit Rupak Kulkarni performed. Read more about this cultural tribute.
Renowned Sufi singer Ustad Puran Shahkoti, teacher of Hans Raj Hans, passed away in Jalandhar. The 74-year-old maestro was a pillar of Sufi music tradition. Read more about his life and legacy.
CMPDI's Mayuri auditorium dazzled with the annual Udaan dance fest. Cadets from Dance Wance presented powerful themes on Operation Sindoor and the Ahmedabad plane crash. A night of vibrant performances!
A clinical trial at AIMS, Mohali, finds Indian instrumental music significantly reduces labour pain intensity by 20%, offering a natural, non-pharmacological pain management option for childbirth.
Aadvik Ajith, son of actor Ajith Kumar, goes viral for his energetic dance to 'Aura Framing'. The video showcases his confidence and has fans reminiscing about his father's style. Details inside.
Santoor maestro Rahul Sharma reveals how digital platforms like Spotify have transformed Indian classical music, allowing artists to reach listeners in over 178 countries. Discover the fusion journey from raga to electronica.
Explore the story behind Naushad's iconic song 'Ae shehr-e-Lakhnau' from the 1967 film 'Palki', a tribute to Lucknow's culture, and the legacy of Bhatkhande University's famed alumni.
The second day of Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya's 100-year celebrations in Lucknow featured legendary artists like Pandit Tribhuvan Maharaj and Malini Awasthi. Read about the spectacular performances.
Carnatic music is expanding its reach through global collaborations and digital platforms while staying true to its roots. Musicians discuss fusion, improvisation, and engaging younger audiences. Discover the evolution of this classical tradition.
Dancer reflects on her mother Maya Rao's legacy, calling dance a 'womb memory.' She shares how Bengaluru became a creative sanctuary and critiques today's performance culture. Discover the journey.
Explore Bengaluru's vibrant dance journey from sabhas to studios. Dancers like Lakshmi Gopalaswamy and Vani Ganapathy reveal how the city's openness shaped classical, folk, and contemporary forms into an aspirational career. Discover the cultural shift.
Renowned sitarist Chandulal Kalburgi mesmerized the audience at Repertwahr's Shabd stage, blending 'Merry Christmas' and bhajans with electronic beats. Read about this unique musical fusion.
Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya in Lucknow launched its three-day centenary celebration. CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the event featuring performances by Pt. Sajan Mishra, Amjad Ali Khan, and Sonal Mansingh's disciples. Read more about this cultura
A father's joyous FA9LA dance in a hospital room to celebrate his baby girl's birth has gone viral. The heartwarming video, praised by the director of Dhurandhar, challenges stereotypes and spreads pure joy.
Padma Vibhushan Sonal Mansingh, 81, discusses her journey, the Nalanda Lit Fest, and how Gen Z's curiosity is revitalising classical dance. Discover her unique perspective on tradition and youth.
The 8th Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan Festival in Hyderabad united Prodyut Mukherjee, Rituparna Sengupta & Abhijeet Bhattacharya for Autism Ashram. Discover the highlights!
The 29th Sangit Kala Kendra Awards in Mumbai honored Begum Parween Sultana. Rajashree Birla paid tribute to founder Aditya Vikram Birla's enduring values. Read about the glittering ceremony and performances.
A year after Ustad Zakir Hussain's sudden passing at 73, the music world grapples with an irreplaceable void. Explore the legacy of the tabla maestro who defined rhythm for a nation. Read more.
Renowned Hindustani vocalist Shruti Bhave's new single 'Karela Badra' is a modern revival of a traditional Bhojpuri folk song, celebrating the monsoon's arrival. Discover how she blends classical roots with regional folk.
Vikram S. Sonty, grandson of legendary vocalist MS Subbulakshmi, debuts in film music for 'Kalki 2898 AD'. Discover how the family's classical legacy meets sci-fi cinema.
Nishu, a talented singer and proud daughter of Ludhiana-based musicians, is determined to elevate her family's musical profession. Discover her journey and aspirations.
Sarod maestro Soumik Datta brings 'Travellers' to Bengaluru, discussing art's power to confront reality, his cultural journey, and the discipline behind creativity. Explore his insights.
The Akashvani Sangeet Sammelan 2025 at the Indian Museum was a grand fusion of classical music and cultural heritage, featuring legends like L. Subramaniam and Parween Sultana. Explore the highlights.
Discover the inspiring journey of Parama Roy Bardhan, who overcame personal tragedy to become a celebrated Bharatanatyam dancer and teacher in the USA, preserving Indian cultural heritage globally.
The historic Akashvani Sangeet Sammelan returned to Jalandhar, featuring maestros like Pt. Sajan Mishra. Read about the celebration of Indian classical music.