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Usha Uthup: Kolkata's Soulful Changemaker
19 Mar
Summary
- Usha Uthup feels deeply Bengali and Calcuttan by choice.
- She believes Kolkata possesses a unique, indefinable magic.
- Music is Uthup's universal language for connection.
Legendary singer Usha Uthup, an icon inextricably linked with Kolkata, shared her profound connection to the City of Joy. Although born into a Tamil family in Mumbai, Uthup asserts her identity as Bengali and Calcuttan by choice, highlighting a deep, defining love for the city.
She describes Kolkata as possessing a unique, undefinable magic that allows for freedom of thought and expression. Uthup began her musical journey at Trincas on Park Street, finding love and starting her family in the city she has called home for over five decades.
With a career spanning over 57 years, Uthup emphasizes music as a universal language, having sung in numerous Indian and foreign languages to foster connection. She encourages friends to experience Kolkata's warmth and café culture beyond its landmarks.
Uthup's signature 'kaw' bindi, paired with saris and sneakers, has become her trademark, symbolizing her integral connection to Kolkata and her unique identity.
