Shankar Mahadevan

Chennai, April 12 (IANS)The makers of director Vassishta's ambitious project, 'Vishwambhara', featuring Megastar Chiranjeevi in the lead, released 'Raama Raama', the spiritually-charged first single from the film on Saturday.

Vicky Kaushal paid tribute to Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw on his 111th birth anniversary by sharing a photo and song from 'Sam Bahadur.' Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the biographical film, released on 1st December 2023, celebrated the military legend's remarkable career.

Priya Saraiya has collaborated with many singers, musicians and artists. She believes the power of two is stronger than one and so collabs are a way of gaining a larger audience. In a chat, Priya talks about collaborating with artists, how lyricists should get equal importance as a singer and more.

Actor Boman Irani revisits a Mumbai hotel where he started his career in room service. A heartfelt video shared on Instagram showcases his journey from humble beginnings to Bollywood fame. Celebrities, including Shankar Mahadevan and Dia Mirza, expressed their admiration and love for Irani, celebrating his success and down-to-earth nature.

Sudheer Athavara's film 'Koragajja,' which focuses on the Koragajja deity, has finished shooting and is set to release soon. Music director Gopi Sundar, who created the film’s soundtrack, considers it one of his most cherished works. The film’s music features songs sung by prominent artists and is generating significant interest from leading audio companies.

On the 74th birth anniversary of Zakir Hussain, fans and celebrities, including Shankar Mahadevan, paid heartfelt tributes to the legendary tabla maestro. Zakir Hussain, who passed away at 73 due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, left an indelible mark on Indian classical music.

Glass Animals performed their debut concert in Mumbai, captivated by the city's vibrancy. Drummer Joe Seaward expressed fascination with Indian music, mentioning influences in their song 'Life Itself,' featuring tabla and dhol rhythms. The band is eager to explore more Indian sounds and return for an extensive tour, emphasizing their interest in Bollywood music and the unique Indian cultural experience.

Indian Idol 5 winner Sreerama Chandra shares his remarkable experience of performing at the Maha Kumbh Mela, emphasizing its cultural and spiritual significance. Despite challenges like heavy traffic, he deemed his performance an extraordinary privilege, foregrounding his deep connection to spirituality and faith.

Salim Merchant's birthday bash in Bandra was a grand musical celebration, featuring performances by legendary singers and composers. A surprise duet by Sonu Nigam and Salim mesmerized the crowd.

Udit Narayan attended the Mahakumbh Mela 2025 with his wife, expressing gratitude for the opportunity. He thanked the Indian and Uttar Pradesh governments for organizing the event. Several Bollywood celebrities also participated, drawn by its spiritual significance. The Mela is a major gathering held every 12 years.

The Centre has decided to make 'Kalagram' a permanent cultural hub in New Delhi, showcasing India's diverse culture and heritage. The initiative aims to provide visitors an immersive experience with performances by various artists, exhibitions on Kumbh Mela's history, and traditional handicrafts stalls.

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Renowned Bollywood music trio Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy is making their Malayalam cinema debut with a project backed by Reel World Entertainment. They announced the news on Instagram, promising a unique mix of Kochi’s soul, WWE wrestling madness, chenda beats, and an exciting soundtrack. Fans are eagerly awaiting how the trio will infuse their signature style into Malayalam cinema. Title and cast announcements are expected soon, with the film likely to be a high-action wrestling drama.

The musician says he loved its script

Maha Kumbh, one of the world's largest religious gatherings, saw actress Shefali Shah taking a dip in its sacred waters with her family and friends. She expressed joy and shared the experience on Instagram, adding to the list of celebrities like Anupam Kher and Remo D'Souza who have also sought spiritual enlightenment at the festival.

He recently acted in a Marathi film

The song is composed by M Jayachandran

Composer and singer Shankar Mahadevan was left 'breathless' when Lata Mangeshkar called to inform him that he was this years recipient of the Lata Mangeshkar Award.