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Rajany is a member of the lifestyle and entertainment team of HT Cafe. She writes stories for the music and culture sections and also edits copies for Page 1 of the supplement.

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Indian theatre is the largest voluntary enterprise in the world: MK Raina

Theatre actor and director MK Raina talks about the sad state of India’s “cultural infrastructure” and appreciates theatre artistes who are independently “producing wonderful work”.

Theatre director and actor MK Raina talks about the sad state of Indian theatre institutes.(Photo: Arijit Sen)
Updated on Aug 04, 2017 06:00 PM IST
Mumbai | ByAs told to Rajany Pradhan, Mumbai

Veteran actors Ananth Mahadevan, Rakesh Bedi clash on stage in a cricket frenzy

An upcoming play, Last Over, looks at what happens when a cricket match triggers a domestic war among two fans of the sport.

A still from the play, Last Over.(HT Photo)
Updated on Jul 15, 2017 05:01 PM IST
Mumbai | By, Mumbai

Sattriya dance form to narrate the mythological love story of Usha and Aniruddh

A performance in Mumbai, of the rare Sattriya dance form, narrates the mythological love story of Usha and Aniruddh.

This mythological love story from the Vishnu Puran will be performed in the city by Prateesha Suresh and troupe.(HT Photo)
Updated on Jul 15, 2017 05:00 PM IST
Mumbai | By

The adorable couple of B-Town is celebrating the first birthday of their son

Riteish Dekhmukh and Genelia Dekhmukh’s younger son, Rahyl, turns one today (June 1).

Genelia posted this picture on Twitter with the caption, “My little boy turns One”.(Photo: Twitter;/Geneliad)
Updated on Jun 01, 2017 03:16 PM IST
Mumbai | By

About 10 years back, anything except Bollywood was almost unimaginable: Shilpa Rao

Singer Shilpa Rao talks about collaborating with local and international artistes for her upcoming album. She also says independent music scene in the country is “going in a positive direction”.

Singer Shilpa Rao says she been a huge fan of Ghazal singer Mehdi Hassan.(Photo: Yogen Shah)
Updated on Jul 15, 2017 05:00 PM IST
Mumbai | By

‘Art is like fine wine, the older it gets, the better it becomes,’ says Saurabh Shukla

The acclaimed play, 2 To Tango, 3 To Jive completed its 100th show at Tata Theatre, NCPA, on May 20.

Actor Saurabh Shukla in a still from the play, 2 To Tango, 3 To Jive.(HT Photo)
Updated on Jul 16, 2017 08:32 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By

If you do a difficult thing repeatedly, it becomes easier: Sabir Khan

Sarangi player Sabir Khan talks about his struggle to master the instrument and his childhood memories with his father, late Ustad Sultan Khan.

Sarangi player Sabir Khan, son of late Ustad Sultan Khan.(HT Photo)
Updated on Jul 16, 2017 08:32 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

An art form is at its worst when it’s imitated, says Sanjukta Wagh

Kathak dancer Sanjukta Wagh will stage one of her recent productions, Jhini, based on the poems of Janabai, Chokhamela and Kabir, this week.

Every dance production of Beej led by Sanjukta Wagh is pleasantly distinct from one another.(Photo: Priti Gupta)
Updated on May 04, 2017 08:11 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By

Top five local and international getaways for travellers during summer

Here is a list of few popular local and international destinations that are witnessing maximum footfalls during this time of the year.

The heritage of England can be witnessed in its various cities such as Edinburgh.(Istock)
Updated on Apr 16, 2017 12:02 PM IST
Hindustan Times, Mumbai | By, Mumbai

Shabana on father Kaifi Azmi: He was funny, would have me in splits all the time

Shabana Azmi and Baba Azmi talk about their father Kaifi Azmi on his 98th birth anniversary; discuss Jashn-e-Kaifi, an annual event that they host to commemorate the day.

(From left) A file photo of Baba Azmi, Tanvi Azmi, Shaukat Kaifi, Kaifi Azmi, Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar.(HT Photo)
Updated on Jan 18, 2017 07:36 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

Generally, people promote talent from their families only: Kailash Kher

Kailash Kher talks about his early days in the industry and the importance of promoting new talent. The singer recently came forward to support two new bands, SurFira and Indie Routes.

Kailash Kher says he has been supporting new bands and artistes to help rejuvenate India’s music industry.(Arijit Sen/HT Photo)
Updated on Jan 18, 2017 07:53 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

We have a great bunch of musicians who are fabulous: Ustad Zakir Hussain

Ustad Zakir Hussain says audiences need to pay attention to other tabla players. He also talks about how his family makes him feel humble.

Ustad Zakir Hussain is being honoured with a lifetime achievement award by the SF Jazz Center in the US.(HT Photo)
Updated on Jan 10, 2017 06:25 PM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

From food tours to bleisure: Major travel trends to watch out for in 2017

Wherever they go, travellers always look forward to having an experience of a lifetime. Travel industry experts forecast the hottest trends of 2017.

2017 will see travellers exploring undiscovered destinations, say experts.(HT Photo)
Published on Jan 02, 2017 07:22 PM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

Music composers here have no choice but to deliver what is asked: Kailash Kher

Singer Kailash Kher talks about his musical journey; says he is happy that his parents saw him achieve success.

Singer Kailash Kher talks about his music, his career and says independent music allows for more freedom than Bollywood.(Arijit Sen/HT Photo)
Updated on Dec 22, 2016 07:15 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

Creative differences are bound to crop up: Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia

Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia talks about his equation with Pandit Shivkumar Sharma. Adds that singers today have a relaxed attitude.

Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia and Pandit Shiv kumar Sharma talks about Indian classical music, their friendship and latest Bollywood music.(Aalok Soni/ HT Photo)
Updated on Feb 24, 2017 11:14 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

There are not many takers for experimental music in India: Amit Trivedi

Music composure Amit Trivedi feels there are less takers of experimental music in India; talks about the four categories of Bollywood songs.

Amit Trivedi has composed music for many Bollywood movies such as Dev D, Bombay Velvet, and Lootera among others.(Vidya Subramanian/HT Photo)
Updated on Nov 12, 2016 07:53 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

Before the onset of Diwali, Dadar flower market is abuzz with activity

With Diwali just around the corner, we go behind the scenes at the flower market in Dadar, where we talk to vendors and buyers about why the festival is special to them.

Flower vendors at Dadar flower market are gearing up for the festival of Diwali.(Pratik Chorge/HT Photo)
Updated on Oct 22, 2016 09:59 AM IST
hindsustan Times | By, Mumbai

Mumbai local railway stations get an arty makeover

Local railway stations across Mumbai are grabbing the attention of commuters, and are compelling people to stand up and take notice. Two city-based NGOs brought together 25,000 volunteers to turn the dull and lifeless premises of 36 stations into art hubs.

Each station is painted based on a theme, and also conveys socially relevant messages.
Updated on Oct 20, 2016 12:25 PM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

Not many Bollywood songs have come my way, and I’m also selective: Papon

Singer Papon believes that music directors in Bollywood are under a lot of pressure to deliver a certain kind of music, but despite of the fact, many of them are doing wonderful work.

Singer Papon says he keeps his songs Indian to the core, but at the same time he loves to blend them with global sounds.
Updated on Oct 10, 2016 08:58 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai

Five facts about Lata Mangeshkar every fan must know

Lata Mangeshkar, whose voice took the whole nation by storm, started her musical sojourn at a very young age. We discovered few heartwarming episodes from the living legend’s life that had a deep impact on her and shaped her into the personality we know today.

Lata Mangeshkar ruled the Hindi music industry for decades.(Hindustan Times)
Updated on Sep 28, 2016 08:19 AM IST
Hindustan Times | By, Mumbai
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