GURUGRAM, 30th January 2025: The thriving metropolis of Gurugram is all set to come alive with rhythm, colour and creativity as it hosts the inaugural Gurugram Festival, an arts and cultural extravaganza bringing together the best creative performers from the fields of music, dance, visual arts and culture. Scheduled to take place on February 8th and 9th this year at the Epicentre, Apperal House, it seeks to provide a platform for cultural exchange and encourage dialogue among artists and audiences.
Acclaimed artists such as Sarod maestro Pandit Partho Sarothy, trained under Ustad Dhyanesh Khan and the legendary Pandit Ravi Shankar, Pandit Uday Bhawalkar, among the foremost Dhrupad vocalists, sitar virtuoso Samanwaya Sarkar, vocalist Debapriya Adhikari and Kathak exponent Guru Sandip Mallick will headline this captivating soirée with their accomplished and mesmerizing performances. Accompanying these artists, we have Pandit Vinod Lele, Debjit Putitundi, Madhurjya Barthakur on tabla.
Vikram Dutta, Festival Curator and Co-founder, Gurugram Festival, said, “The Gurugram Festival is more than an event. It is a vibrant celebration of India’s artistic spirit and legacy. Offering an eclectic lineup of artistic and classical music performances, the two-day event will provide people an opportunity to soak in an atmosphere which is bound to leave them mesmerised.”
In addition to music, the festival creates a space for literature sessions, workshops for children, poets, painters, and photographers. Whether you’re an art lover, music enthusiast, an aspiring litterateur or simply looking for a festive outing, the Gurugram Festival, in its next chapter, promises an experience that will entertain and inspire audiences of all ages.