Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, May 17, 2025, Kolkata : In celebration of the 164th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore and the birth anniversary of legendary music maestro Gyan Prakash Ghosh, a remarkable cultural evening was hosted at the Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture, Golpark, Kolkata.
Organized jointly by Anandi Communication Center and Rupsa literary magazine, the evening’s centerpiece was a musical narrative titled “Anya Rabindranath” (The Other Rabindranath), conceptualized, scripted, and directed by acclaimed music artist Indrani Bhattacharya. The performance featured a curated selection of 23 songs by Tagore, many of which are lesser-known treasures that illuminated the poet’s multifaceted creative expressions.
The soulful renditions were presented by a talented ensemble of vocalists, including Indrani Bhattacharya, Abhik Mallik, Sridhara Gupta, Shelly Biswas Bhattacharya, Dr. Surajit Roy, and Aditi Gupta. They were accompanied by a skilled team of instrumentalists—Subrata Mukhopadhyay, Premangshu Sen, Amitranjan Roy, and Gautam Ray—whose nuanced performances enriched the musical experience. The narrative elements were eloquently delivered by Antara Das and Manasi Raychaudhuri.
The latter half of the event featured heartfelt performances by Snigdhadeb Sengupta, dedicated to the memory of his revered guru, Gyan Prakash Ghosh. His renditions resonated with emotional depth and musical integrity.
A highlight of the evening was the felicitation of veteran Rabindra Sangeet artist and scholar Sagarmoy Bhattacharya. The honour was presented by Justice Ashok Ganguly, retired judge of the Supreme Court of India. The program was further graced by the presence of Swami Suparnananda Maharaj, Secretary of the Ramakrishna Mission, Golpark.
The evening was anchored with warmth and elegance by Sudipta Mukhopadhyay and Anandi Bhattacharya. The audience responded with repeated rounds of applause, expressing admiration for the exceptional performances and the overall presentation. The script, in particular, received widespread praise for its depth and originality.
What truly set the program apart was its focus on the lesser-known works of Tagore, offering a refreshing and profound insight into the vastness of his musical legacy. Indrani Bhattacharya’s thoughtful direction and artistic vision were deeply appreciated by all in attendance.
Adding to the sense of pride among the audience was the shared alma mater of Indrani Bhattacharya and Aditi Gupta—both alumni of South Point School—bringing a personal note of joy and inspiration to the evening.