Celebrating 100 years of Talat Mahmood

New Delhi is set to host a special evening on Monday, July 15, 2024, to celebrate the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary singer Talat Mahmood. The event, organised by Media Net Works in collaboration with Jashn-E-Talat by Sahar Zaman, will take place at Kamani Auditorium, starting at 7 PM.

The program will feature a mix of music, literature, and dance. Singer Amrish Mishra will perform Talat Mahmood’s timeless classics. Sahar Zaman, Talat Mahmood‘s grandniece and author of “Talat Mahmood: The Definitive Biography,” will share insights into his life and legacy. The Moving Souls dance group will present a performance inspired by Talat Mahmood’s era.

The event will be graced by notable guests, including Padmashri Shobha Deepak Singh, Vice Chairperson of SBKK, and  Deepak Singh, Chairman of SBKK.

Organiser Sudesh Chawla expressed excitement about the event, highlighting its significance in honouring Talat Mahmood’s contribution to Indian music.

Padmashri Shobha Deepak Singh remarked on the timeless appeal of Talat Mahmood’s music, emphasising its emotional depth and enduring popularity.

Guest of honour Deepak Singh praised the collaborative effort behind the event, noting its role in keeping Talat Mahmood’s musical legacy alive.

Sahar Zaman, presenting her book as a tribute to her grandfather, shared her personal connection to his music and the stories behind his legendary performances.

Amrish Mishra, who will perform some of Talat Mahmood’s beloved songs, promised an evening filled with the romance and magic of the golden era of Indian music.

Ravi Rastogi, lead dancer of Moving Souls, expressed his honour in participating and his hope to do justice to Talat Mahmood’s legacy through their performance.

The event is open to all and promises to be an unforgettable celebration of Talat Mahmood’s lasting impact on Indian music.

When: 7:00 Pm onwards; July 15,2024

Where: Kamani Auditorium, 1, Copernicus Marg, Mandi House, New Delhi