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Ghazal Reimagined: Tradition Meets Modern Beats
14 Oct
Summary
- Mehfilizm blends ghazal poetry with contemporary music styles.
- The brand aims to make ghazals accessible to all ages.
- Jazbaat show in Raipur successfully fused traditional ghazals with modern instruments.
A new cultural and musical brand, Mehfilizm, is breathing fresh life into the timeless ghazal genre. Spearheaded by singer-composer Jazim Sharma, producer Chitra Vakil Sharma, and filmmaker Anmol Mahajan, Mehfilizm aims to connect younger audiences with the profound themes of love, heartbreak, and longing inherent in ghazals. Their core philosophy, "Ghazal ki pehchaan uske libaas se nahi, uske alfaaz se hai," challenges conventional perceptions, asserting that ghazals transcend age and setting. The team believes the genre requires "feel check" rather than a "fit check."
Mehfilizm's inaugural event, Jazbaat by Jazim, took place in Raipur. This performance showcased a compelling Indo-fusion arrangement, merging traditional ghazal vocals and poetry with contemporary musical instruments. The event garnered appreciation from both long-time ghazal enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre. Sharma and his collaborators are dedicated to modernizing ghazals without diluting their essence, focusing instead on presenting emotions through arrangements that resonate with today's listeners.
