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These concert screenings in Mumbai pay tribute to late Ustad Zakir Hussain

These concert screenings in Mumbai pay tribute to late Ustad Zakir Hussain

Once the conductor of the Memorial Concert at Prithvi Theatre, late Ustad Zakir Hussain will receive a tribute with a series of screenings that recall his deep association with the arts venue

07 February,2025 08:43 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar
Mahindra Percussion Festival 2025 to pay tribute to Ustad Zakir Hussain's legacy

Mahindra Percussion Festival 2025 to pay tribute to Ustad Zakir Hussain's legacy

Ustad Zakir Hussain popularised Hindustani classical music, putting India on the global map with his innovative and collaborative outlook towards music

06 February,2025 08:46 PM IST | Bengaluru | mid-day online correspondent
Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain left out from 'In Memoriam' section at Grammys

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain left out from 'In Memoriam' section at Grammys

Hussain, who became the first musician from India to receive three Grammys at last year's Grammys, died on December 15 from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in a San Francisco hospital. He was 73.

03 February,2025 11:05 AM IST | Mumbai | PTI
Yoga to trekking, explore these activities in and around Mumbai this weekend

Yoga to trekking, explore these activities in and around Mumbai this weekend

If you're looking for activities to do this weekend, here's a line-up that is sure to keep you busy

30 January,2025 09:00 AM IST | Mumbai | Divyasha Panda
Amitabh Bachchan points out unity in mourning deaths of 4 legends

Amitabh Bachchan points out unity in mourning deaths of 4 legends

Amitabh Bachchan took to social media to mourn the demise of four national heroes- Dr Manmohan Singh, Zakir Hussain, Shyam Benegal and Ratan Tata. He did so by pointing out unity in mourning the four

03 January,2025 10:12 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Have you heard? Bollywood actress Triptii Dimri brings festive cheer

Have you heard? Bollywood actress Triptii Dimri brings festive cheer

Bollywood actress Triptiii Dimri, who is currently vacationing in The Cotswolds, is reportedly in the company of her rumoured boyfriend, Sam Merchant.

23 December,2024 07:26 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team
Health explainer: What is idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and its effects?

Health explainer: What is idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and its effects?

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain passed away on Monday morning at a San Francisco hospital due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Medical experts explain the symptoms, causes and why early diagnosis is important

17 December,2024 02:44 PM IST | Mumbai | Raaina Jain
‘Growing up, he was like God’: Vocalist Mahesh Kale on Ustad Zakir Hussain

‘Growing up, he was like God’: Vocalist Mahesh Kale on Ustad Zakir Hussain

As the news of his death came out, several musicians poured in tributes for him, sharing their memories with the maestro and how the latter shaped their musical journey

17 December,2024 10:06 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Padma Shri to Grammy: A look at Zakir Hussain’s illustrious list of awards

Padma Shri to Grammy: A look at Zakir Hussain’s illustrious list of awards

Throughout his more than six-decade long career, the tabla maestro not only inspired young Indians to pursue the art form but also became the ambassador of Indian music globally

17 December,2024 10:06 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Zakir Hussain passes away: Anoushka Shankar says some of us have lost a beloved

Zakir Hussain passes away: Anoushka Shankar says some of us have lost a beloved

The legendary Indian tabla player and composer passed away on December 15 leaving a void in hearts of many Indians and people around the world. In the music fraternity, Anoushka Shankar reacted to the news on Instagram calling it 'devastating'

17 December,2024 10:05 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

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