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Fusion Concert Unites Stars for Autism Awareness
1 Sep
Summary
- Event celebrated musical diversity and social responsibility for Autism Ashram.
- Mukherjee fused mouth drumming, tabla, and vocal percussion in his performance.
- Bollywood and classical hits were performed, culminating in Vande Mataram.
Ravindra Bharathi was filled with rhythm and melody on August 14, hosting the 13th season of One World Fusion 2026. Organized by Sangitanjaly Foundation and the Department of Language and Culture, Government of Telangana, the event supported Autism Ashram.
Curated by Pt Prodyut Mukherjee and Abhijeeth Bhattacharjee, the concert featured Indian classical traditions, Bollywood hits, and contemporary fusion. Mukherjee's band, Rhythm Express, presented a unique fusion of mouth drumming, tabla, and percussion, creating an energetic seated jugalbandi. Singer Barnali Chattopadhyay performed thumris and film songs.
Legendary trumpeter Kishore Sodha evoked Bollywood nostalgia with tunes from Sholay and Gulabi Aankhen. Indian Idol finalist Shubhodeep Das Choudhury infused classical elements with contemporary arrangements in his energetic performance. The evening concluded with an impromptu jam and a collective rendition of Vande Mataram.
The event aimed to make classical music accessible to Gen Z and combine cultural heritage preservation with social outreach. Bhattacharjee emphasized the goal of blending tradition with social responsibility, while Mukherjee described fusion as a philosophy creating universal harmony through diverse musical elements.
