When is the Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan National Festival happening in Hyderabad?

The festival will take place on December 13th and 14th, 2025.

Which artists are performing at the Hyderabad music festival?

Performers include Jagriti Chakraborty, Vidhushi Ivy Banerjee, Pt. Partha Bose, and Rituparna Sengupta, among others.

What kind of performances can I expect at the Ustad Khan Festival?

The festival features Indian classical music, including Hindustani vocal and instrumental performances, as well as classical dance.

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Hyderabad to Host Legendary Music & Dance Fest

12 Dec

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Summary

Hyderabad hosts the 8th Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan National Festival.
Festival features Indian classical music and dance performances.
Artistes include Jagriti Chakraborty and Ritesh-Rajnish Mishra.

Hyderabad to Host Legendary Music & Dance Fest

The city of Hyderabad will be the venue for the 8th Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan National Festival of Music and Dance, scheduled for December 13th and 14th, 2025. This highly anticipated event aims to honor the legacy of the legendary Ustad through a vibrant display of Indian classical arts.

Across the two days, audiences will experience a rich tapestry of performances. The opening day features Odissi dance by Jagriti Chakraborty, a unique shehnai-santoor jugalbandi by Pt. Lokesh Anand and Pt. Bipul Kumar Ray, and Hindustani classical vocal renditions by Vidhushi Ivy Banerjee.

The second day promises an equally compelling lineup with Pt. Partha Bose, Sanjay Chakraborty, and the Benaras vocal duo Ritesh-Rajnish Mishra. The festival will conclude with an exquisite Indian classical dance presentation by Rituparna Sengupta, adding a grand finale to the celebrations.