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India-West News Desk NEW YORK, NY- Vocalist Swetha Subramanian, who performs as Sweta, is developing a concert format that encourages audiences to pause and engage deeply with Indian film music. Drawing on her Carnatic training and South Indian musical upbringing, she

MUMBAI- Singer and composer Vishal Dadlani pointed out that Arijit Singh’s retirement from playback singing is proof that “Success doesn't guarantee peace.” Dadlani shared that one should make every single moment of life count and not lie to oneself. He further

KOLKATA- Renowned santoor maestro Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, who has been honored with the Padma Shri this year, reflected on his musical journey and personal life, sharing that he started learning the santoor at the age of four. He said that

ALWAR — Renowned Bhapang player Gafruddin Mewati Jogi of Alwar has devoted his life to preserving one of Rajasthan’s most ancient folk traditions, an achievement recently crowned with the Padma Shri. Originally from Kaithwada village in the Bharatpur district, now part

MUMBAI- Superstar singer Arijit Singh has shocked fans by announcing his retirement from playback singing. The singer, in a social media note, revealed that he will no longer take up any new assignments as a playback vocalist. He wrote, “Hello, Happy

MUMBAI -Actors Saiyami Kher and Gulshan Devaiah have joined hands once again as they feature in an upcoming soulful romantic music video titled ‘Aise Na Humko’, composed by celebrated lyricist-composer Swanand Kirkire. Sharing her excitement, Saiyami said she has always admired

MUMBAI- National Award-winning singer Nakash Aziz, who is known for tracks like 'Jabra Fan', the title track of Allu Arjun-starrer 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' and others, has said that the song 'Saree Ke Fall Sa' was recorded in 20 minutes. The

MUMBAI- Bollywood singer Neha Kakkar's recent post announcing a break from everything sparked rumors of her possible divorce from husband Rohanpreet Singh. However, now she has shared another social media post clearing the air around her marriage. Neha has urged not

India-West Staff Reporter LOMA LINDA, CA – The music community is rallying behind renowned tabla maestro Abhijit Banerjee following his recent diagnosis of glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer. The celebrated musician and educator underwent emergency surgery this past

MUMBAI – Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman has found himself at the center of a controversy over his remarks of communal issues playing a role in him getting shut out of several Bollywood projects. He described hearing through what he called Chinese whispers that

CHANDIGARH- Punjabi singer B Praak has received a death threat from a Lawrence Bishnoi gang member, who reportedly demanded Rs 10 crore and threatened to kill him if the demand is not met, putting police on alert and setting up

NEW DELHI- The BJP on January 16 flatly rejected allegations made by Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman that work opportunities in the Hindi film industry have slowed for him in recent years due to shifting power dynamics and, possibly, what he

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Before becoming a global music icon, Thomas Wesley Pentz was an anthropology dropout exploring India on a second-hand motorcycle. In a recent retrospective, the 47-year-old producer detailed how a shoestring journey through the subcontinent at

India-West Staff Reporter MUMBAI - Ultra Play is commemorating the 100th birth anniversary of filmmaker Shakti Samanta with a dedicated festival throughout January, featuring 32 titles from his catalogue — many of them digitally restored for improved picture and sound. Samanta, whose

MUMBAI- ‘Made In India’ hitmaker Alisha Chinai took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as she shared a throwback picture from her younger days, calling it a phase of rebellion she still proudly relates to. “A Little Rebellion Every Now &

MUMBAI -Singer-songwriter Neha Bhasin and music producer Sameer Uddin opened up about their decision to not have children. During their appearance on a YouTube show, they revealed to host Rashami Desai that they never wished to have their own children. The

GUWAHATI- Garima Garg, wife of late Zubeen Garg, on January 2 announced the formation of a trust in the name of the cultural icon of Assam to preserve and carry forward his artistic, social and cultural legacy. This came even as

CHENNAI -Oscar winner and one of India’s finest music directors, A R Rahman, is set to make his acting debut in director Manoj N S’s upcoming film ‘Moonwalk’, which features Prabhudeva in the lead. The makers of the film, produced by

MUMBAI- Actress Vaani Kapoor, on the music scene with her video 'Aadat', has spoken about collaborating with the singer-rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh and AP Dhillon for the song. The pop-meets-rap banger showcases Vaani’s stylish entry into Yo Yo Honey Singh’s high-octane world, with

By Sandeep Khurana Devotion, it seems, is finding a new address. It may be a café, a college courtyard, a rooftop, or an open air venue glowing with soft lights and incense. The sound is familiar yet unexpected. Ancient bhajans rise over

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - Former President Barack Obama’s year end culture list has given a global spotlight to Ganavya Doraiswamy, placing the artist at the center of one of music’s most watched endorsements. “As 2025 comes to a close,

MUMBAI -Singer-composer Leslee Lewis has revealed that he aims to revive the golden era of recording. Drawing inspiration from legends Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar, he has embraced the old-school approach of recording songs in one take. Leslee shared that his song

MUMBAI-Oscar and Grammy-winning music composer A. R. Rahman, who is set to join forces with the superstar director Michael Bay, has said that the fusion of different worlds of cinema opens up a beautiful space for music. Michael Bay is entering the Indian film industry

DALLAS, TX -Singer Benny Dayal and Dallas-based composer Ayaz Ismail have struck a chord with audiences with their latest track 'Chahe Jaan Le'. Asked about interpreting the emotional landscape of the track, Benny said the song fit perfectly into his repertoire. “Rhythm

MUMBAI- Singer and music composer Amaal Mallik has spoken candidly about dealing with controversies in the public eye, saying their impact has been felt more strongly by his family than by himself. IAmaal reflected on how he has evolved in responding

MUMBAI -Director Prahlad Kakkar has shared his views on music composer Vishal Dadlani’s sarcastic remarks regarding the discussion on 'Vande Mataram' in Parliament. Earlier, Vishal had criticized the parliamentary discourse, using irony to question why symbolic nationalism often dominates legislative attention

MUMBAI- Singer Malkit Singh, best known for his iconic tracks such as 'Tutak Tutak Tutiya' and 'Gur Nalo Ishq Mitha', has opened up about the growing divides he sees in today’s Punjabi music industry. Speaking about the shift in camaraderie among

MUMBAI- Known for chartbuster hits such as 'Pee Loon', 'Kun Faya Kun', 'Matargashti', and 'Saiyaara', singer Mohit Chauhan has lent his vocal prowess to a new track titled 'Heer'. He describes the song as having a gentle, old-school charm that

MUMBAI-Singer Arijit Singh is back with a soulful new release, ‘Fitratein,’ a romantic track that beautifully captures the nuances of love, longing, and quiet hope. Released on December 9, under Times Music, the song sees Arijit Singh in classic form, delivering

MUMBAI- Singer Shahzad Ali is currently thrilled and excited for the release of 'Ishq Jalakar', a fierce and emotionally charged track from filmmaker Aditya Dhar's movie 'Dhurandhar'. The song brings together a powerful ensemble of voices: Shashwat Sachdev and Shahzad

MUMBAI- Music composer Palash Muchhal has issued a public statement, sharing that his wedding with Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana has been called off. On December 7, he shared a long note online saying that he would like to take a “step

MUMBAI- Renowned singer Shreya Ghoshal revisited one of her most "fondest memories" as she reminisced about meeting the late legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, whom she tagged as a "goddess in a white saree." She posted a picture of herself sitting with

India-West News Desk NEW DELHI - Anoushka Shankar’s sitar troubles this week set off a mix of shock, sympathy, and concern among musicians after the artist revealed that her instrument was badly damaged on a recent Air India flight. Shankar shared the

MUMBAI-The highly anticipated war drama 'Ikkis' officially kicked off its musical campaign with the release of 'Sitaare', sung by Arijit Singh. The song, which is an emotionally charged love ballad, offers the first tender glimpse into the gentle romance between Agastya

HYDERABAD- Sonu Nigam had a remarkable performance here recently, where he sang 30 songs consecutively without taking a pause. Sonu Nigam extended his concert by an additional 30 minutes. During the show, he performed a wide range of songs, from the

MUMBAI- Actress Elli AvrRam has revealed why her collaboration with Moroccan singing sensation Saad Lamjarred in 'Homa Dol' was something she had long manifested and hoped would come true. She said, “For me it was like two dreams come true in

MUMBAI- Bollywood singer Tulsi Kumar is back with pure fire in her new dance banger, 'Shartaan'. The song marks an all-new avatar for Tulsi, featuring a fresh vocal tone and choreography that matches the track’s energy, rooted in a freestyle fusion

MUMBAI -Actress-singer Ishitta Arun shared a heartwarming memory of spending an unforgettable afternoon with veteran actor Dharmendra and his sons, Sunny and Bobby Deol. From singing Antakshari and enjoying parathas to sharing laughter and even a playful arm-wrestling match, Ishitta fondly

HYDERABAD- The makers of director Boyapati Sreenu's much-anticipated action entertainer 'Akhanda 2: Thaandavam,' featuring actor Nandamuri Balakrishna in the lead, have now disclosed that the film's music director Thaman had recorded a "massive score" featuring Aishwarya and Saundarya, the great-granddaughters of legendary

MUMBAI- Singer-composer Siddhant Bhatia has shared the significance of the Grammy nomination for his album, 'Sounds of Kumbh,' calling it a landmark moment for Indian spiritual music. The artist has earned a nomination at the 68th Grammy Awards in the Best Global Music Album category. Bhatia

Photo: Instagram India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA - The Dalai Lama’s voice, long associated with messages of compassion and unity, is now resonating on one of the world’s biggest cultural stages. His spoken-word album ‘Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai

MUMBAI – Bollywood actor Aparshakti Khurana marked his birthday on November 18 with the release of his new song Pahadaan, a fresh collaboration with singer and composer Savi Kahlon. The track, which the duo has been developing as a celebration of

MUMBAI- Music composer and singer Vishal Dadlani seems to be on cloud nine, as his 25-year-old dream has finally come true. The singer was ecstatic as he arrived on the set of the iconic quiz game show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati',

MUMBAI-Singer Shreya Ghoshal is set to take her music across the globe with her next, 'The Unstoppable Tour'. The multi-continent tour will commence in April 2026 and will take the singer across the UK, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Australia, South Africa, and North America. The specific

India-West Staff Reporter AGOURA HILLS, CA — Chili Beatz drew a packed house at the Canyon Club on November 9, filling the Agoura Hills venue with more than 350 people and turning the space into a lively celebration of Bollywood sound.

MUMBAI- Renowned composer Ravi Basrur has come out with his first exclusive original score album titled 'Ravi Basrur’s Titan'. The composer is credited with some monumental soundtracks in blockbuster films such as 'KGF', 'Salaar', 'Singham Again', 'Marco', and 'Kisi Ka Bhai

MUMBAI- Its 150 years since Bankim Chandra Chatterjee gifted India its national song, 'Vande Mataram'. Kailash Kher reflected on a memorable performance at the Chhattisgarh Rajyotsav in Raipur where over 70,000 voices united to sing 'Vande Mataram', an experience he called remarkable. Sharing a video of the iconic

ROME – Actress and singer Iulia Vantur recently made history by performing  the Bollywood song “Teri Meri Prem Kahani” from the movie 'Bodyguard', starring superstar Salman Khan, at the Vatican’s Paul VI Hall.  The performance marked the first time a Bollywood song was sung

India-West News Desk LOS ANGELES, CA —Anoushka Shankar, the legendary fusion group Shakti, composer Siddhant Bhatia, and pianist Charu Suri have all earned nods across major global categories for the 68th Annual Grammys. Indian American pianist and composer Charu Suri has earned a nomination for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album for 'Shayan', a record that elegantly

Take Dickens' Classic Christmas Carol, add the best of contemporary British musical and acting talent, and you have a modern film set in vibrant, diverse London in the same joyous spirit as Chadha's Bend It Like Beckham.