April 5, 2025 | Edison, NJ — The Geet & Ghazal Evening held at the ITV Gold Auditorium turned into a mesmerizing night of music and emotion, celebrating the timeless beauty of Indian melodies and poetry. Spanning nearly three hours, the event paid rich tribute to legendary voices such as Jagjit Singh, Ghulam Ali, Pankaj Udhas, Talat Mahmood, Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosale, and more — through passionate live performances and expert instrumentation.
The musical magic was brought to life by lead vocalists Suman Laskar and Rupali Venugopal, whose soulful renditions of beloved geets and ghazals captivated the audience. Their voices struck a deep chord, prompting the audience to sing along and clap in rhythm — creating an atmosphere of warmth and nostalgia.
Instrumental brilliance came from an exceptional team of musicians: Madhukar on bansuri (flute), Arindam on tabla, Janak on keyboard, and Sudipto on guitar. Their coordinated performances and expressive musicianship added powerful layers to every song.
The evening was beautifully anchored by Shiva Mathur, whose thoughtful poetry, lively commentary, and smooth transitions brought elegance and energy to the event, making her an audience favorite.
Noted community figure Dr. Ashok Choudhary of New Jersey was among the attendees and praised the talent and dedication of the artists. Ilayas Quraishi of ITV Gold also addressed the gathering, urging everyone to support local talent and appreciate the home-grown artists who are preserving and promoting the essence of Indian music.
The event was proudly supported by Parikh Worldwide Media, in collaboration with ITV Gold and the artists, whose combined passion and commitment created a night to remember.
Special thanks go to the sponsors whose generous support helped make the evening possible:
Satish Mullick, Pinakin Pathak Ohmkara Group, Crishna Murthy, Rajan Sharma (RK Entertainments), Rajagopal Puttaparti, Neeta Ramrekar, and Pundit Jagannath Ji.
The Geet & Ghazal Evening was more than a musical concert — it was a heartfelt journey into the soul of Indian music, uniting generations through melodies that continue to inspire and uplift.
