{"id":25465,"date":"2025-01-19T11:30:50","date_gmt":"2025-01-19T06:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/?p=25465"},"modified":"2025-01-19T11:30:50","modified_gmt":"2025-01-19T06:00:50","slug":"chowrangee-presents-raag-o-rang","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/matribhumisamachar.com\/en\/2025\/01\/19\/chowrangee-presents-raag-o-rang\/","title":{"rendered":"Chowrangee presents Raag-o-Rang"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A spectacular inaugural evening of music and drama on January 24th<\/em><\/p>\n

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Hyderabad,\u00a0<\/strong>January 2025:\u00a0Chowrangee<\/em><\/strong>, a new-age platform for arts and culture for the city of Hyderabad, has announced its inaugural event\u00a0Raag-o-Rang<\/u><\/strong>, a mesmerizing evening of music and drama to be held on\u00a0January 24, at 6 pm<\/strong>, at\u00a0Shilpakala Vedika<\/strong>\u00a0in\u00a0Hi-Tech City<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Performing at the event will be\u00a0Sounak Chattopadhyay<\/strong>, an acclaimed and popular Hindustani vocalist known for his remarkable ability to fuse the most ancient traditions of Indian classical music with modern music genres such as Bollywood, Ghazals and Rabindranath Tagore. His repertoire for the evening will include a special tribute to Mohammad Rafi on the occasion of his birth centenary.<\/p>\n

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The evening also brings to Hyderabad, for the very first time,\u00a0Arpita Chatterjee<\/strong>, a celebrated theatre personality who will act as\u00a0Gauhar Jaan<\/u>\u00a0in the multi-lingual solo musical\u00a0My Name is Jaan<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/strong>More than a century ago, the courtesan Gauhar Jaan became a sensation as the first Indian musician to be recorded on a gramophone. The immense popularity of her recordings made her a multi-millionaire; however, her life was anything but easy. Later at the instance of Mahatma Gandhi, Gauhar Jaan raised and contributed funds for India\u2019s freedom struggle.<\/p>\n

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To attend the event, please get your donor passes at\u00a0www.chowrangee.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Raag-o-Rang<\/strong>\u00a0Event Details<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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Date<\/strong>: Friday, January 24, 2025, 6 pm sharp<\/p>\n

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Venue<\/strong>: Shilpakala Vedika, Hitech City<\/p>\n

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About Chowrangee:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Chowrangee is a vibrant cultural platform in Hyderabad that celebrates India\u2019s rich artistic heritage and diversity. Inspired by Bengal, Chowrangee transcends linguistic boundaries and explores new frontiers regarding cross-cultural dialog between communities. Chowrangee is committed to curating immersive, high-end performances across genres such as theatre, music, dance, and visual arts. Rooted in inclusivity and innovation, Chowrangee presents discerning audiences with stories that unite people by celebrating our shared human spirit. Chowrangee is an initiative of Bengal and Beyond Foundation.<\/p>\n

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About Sounak Chattopadhyay:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sounak is a celebrated vocalist known for his versatility and trend-setting repertoire in Hindustani and Indian semi classical music. Trained under maestros of the Kirana Gharana and renowned exponents of classical and semi-classical forms, his 30+ years of experience span a wide range of musical styles. A winner of prestigious awards like the Dover Lane Talent Contest and Shanmukhananda Sangeet Shiromani, Sounak has performed across India and internationally, including the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia. His music, a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation, shines through his acclaimed albums and concept performances, exemplifying a seamless fusion of heritage and modern artistry.<\/p>\n

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About My Name is Jaan and Arpita Chatterjee<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

\u201cMy Name is Jaan<\/strong>\u201d is a captivating solo musical play by\u00a0Arpita Chatterjee<\/strong>, celebrating the extraordinary life of Gauhar Jaan – India\u2019s first recorded artist and a trailblazer in Hindustani classical music. Recently portrayed as an iconic character in Netflix\u2019s Heeramandi, Gauhar Jaan\u2019s journey from Armenian-born Angelina Yeoward to a celebrated cultural icon is brought alive in this performance. Performed in English, Hindi, and Bengali, the play highlights her musical brilliance, pioneering spirit, and resilience in overcoming societal barriers. This critically acclaimed production combines soulful music and evocative storytelling to pay tribute to a legend who redefined Indian music and its cultural legacy.<\/p>\n

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A spectacular inaugural evening of music and drama on January 24th \u00a0 Hyderabad,\u00a0January 2025:\u00a0Chowrangee, a new-age platform for arts and culture for the city of Hyderabad, has announced its inaugural event\u00a0Raag-o-Rang, a mesmerizing evening of music and drama to be held on\u00a0January 24, at 6 pm, at\u00a0Shilpakala Vedika\u00a0in\u00a0Hi-Tech City. 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