Rishabh Rikhiram Sharma, a sitarist and music producer from the Rikhi Ram lineage of instrument makers, has a separate fan base among music lovers. From being the first sitarist to perform solo at the White House to advocating music as a therapeutic tool for emotional well-being, the musician carries forward a culturally rich classical tradition. He has, however, often called himself the last and youngest disciple of Pandit Ravi Shankar – a claim recently opposed by the legendary musician's daughter, Anoushka Shankar. Rishabh Rikhiram Sharma has often revealed in past interviews how a conversation with Pandit Ravi Shankar marked a turning point in his musical journey. Nullifying his claims, however, Anoushka Shankar mentioned that he was never formally a disciple of her father. “Rishab is really talented, and he is clearly speaking to people in a really wonderful way. I think there is some misunderstanding about his guruship,” Anoushka told Humans Of Bombay . Although Anoushka pr...
Tamannaah Bhatia is basking in the success of her latest film, Sikandar Ka Muqaddar . The Netflix project also features Avinash Tiwary and Jimmy Sheirgill in pivotal roles. Before her stellar performance in the crime drama, Tamannaah had the nation grooving to the beats of Stree 2 's song Aaj Ki Raat . The actress, along with her Sikandar Ka Muqaddar co-stars, sat down for a chat with NDTV's Arun Singh. During the discussion, Tamannaah was asked if she believes her special appearance in Stree 2 's song contributed to its commercial success. She replied, “I think it did. I find it really awkward to admit it.” When further asked if her song deserves credit for the blockbuster's revenue, Tamannaah humorously responded, “ Itna pyaar mil gaya, aur kya credit karenge? [It got so much love, what more credit do I need?] Then, Dinu sir (producer Dinesh Vijan) will have to send me a paycheck from what was earned.” Talking about the success of Aaj Ki Raat , Tamannaah Bhatia a...