Udaipur, March 26, 2025 – A soulful musical evening unfolded at the Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandal on Wednesday as ‘Bhatt Music Virasat’ paid tribute to the golden melodies of Indian cinema. Organized under the Indira Swarangan initiative to commemorate the birth anniversary fortnight of Late Indira Murdia, the event was a heartfelt celebration of music, memories, and cinematic brilliance.
Timeless Classics Revive the Golden Era
Renowned filmmaker Vikram Bhatt led the musical curation, tracing the journey from the iconic compositions of his grandfather Vijay Bhatt’s films to his own cinematic ventures. As melodies like “Tu Ganga Ki Mauj” from Baiju Bawra (1952) and “Ye Hariyali Aur Ye Rasta” from Hariyali Aur Rasta (1962) echoed through the venue, audiences were transported to the golden age of Indian cinema.
Performers Abdullah Sheikh and Shoma Tandra infused life into the melodies, while songs like “Teri Khushboo Mein Likhe Khat” (Arth, 1982) and “Tu Kal Chala Jayega” (Naam, 1986) brought a wave of nostalgia and emotions.
A Tribute to Late Indira Murdia
The evening opened with a lamp-lighting ceremony by dignitaries including Dr. Ajay Murdia, Nitesh Murdia, Shraddha Murdia, and others. Shraddha Murdia, Director of Kashti Foundation, delivered a warm welcome address, followed by a heartfelt video presentation on Late Indira Murdia’s life and legacy.
Dr. Ajay Murdia shared personal memories of his late wife’s deep love for music and social causes, describing her as the soul behind this annual musical tradition. “Every note tonight is a tribute to her timeless spirit,” he said.
Youthful Energy Meets Musical Nostalgia
The evening’s mood lifted with iconic numbers like “Aati Kya Khandala” and “Jadoo Hai Tera” from Ghulam and Raaz series, taking audiences on a rollercoaster of emotions – from romance and longing to mystique and passion.
Members of Ultimate Soul of Music (USM), including Renuka Bhatia, Urvashi Singhvi, and Rani Bhui, added soul to the evening. “Tumko Dekha Toh Yeh Khayal Aaya” (Saath Saath) and “Chale Jaana Zara Thahro” (Majboor) drew rapturous applause, while “Jaane Kyun Log Mohabbat Kiya Karte Hain” (Mehbooba) left the audience emotionally stirred.
A Musical Ode to Cinema and Culture
Event coordinator Dinesh Kataria highlighted that the program was not just about honoring film music but also a musical homage to Indira Murdia’s legacy. The show’s host Rashmit Kaur gracefully conducted the event, while guests of honor like Dr. K.L. Kothari and Dr. H.S. Bhui shared insights into the cultural significance of preserving such musical legacies.
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