. LUCKNOW: Delhi-based composer Siddhant Bhatia is heading to the Grammys with Sounds of Kumbha, a 12-track musical documentation of last year’s Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, commissioned by Uttar Pradesh government. The pilgrimage saw millions converge for a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. What makes the nomination extra special is that Bhatia’s album competes in the Best Global Music Album category against Anoushka Shankar and the Shakti Band, making it an all-Indian face-off at the 68th Grammy Awards. Trained under Ustad Jawaad Ali Khan, Bhatia has also received a second nomination for his album Shayan in the Best Contemporary Instrumental Album category. “I am overwhelmed. Gods and saints have blessed me on the global stage,” he told TOI. Bhatia and over 50 artists created Sounds of Kumbha as a “sonic memoir” – field recordings from the pilgrimage grounds interlaced with Indian classical music, ancient mantras and binaural beats. Five Grammy winners joined the project, with Jim “Kimo” West and Ron Korb visiting India forthe first time. The album also features violinist Kala Ramnath, pianist Charu Suri, vocalists Aditya Gadhvi, Kanika Kapoor and Grammy nominee Madi Das, alongside spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. The tracks were mixed and mastered by Grammy winner PA Deepak.About the AuthorAnkur TewariA footloose by disposition, shopaholic at heart & a deskman by chance, Ankur forages through the city’s marketplaces for the best of its merchandise and stories. A purest of pure vegetarian, everything non- is non grata to him. His stories, on the contrary, are more diverse and cross-cultural.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Expresses Grief Over Delhi Blast, Amit Shah Reviews Security MeasuresTerror Angle in Delhi Blast Not Ruled Out: PM Modi Briefed, Home Minister Amit Shah Calls NIA, NSG‘Never Heard Such an Explosion’: Locals Recall Shock and Panic After Delhi BlastCar Blast Near Delhi’s Red Fort Leaves 8 Dead, Several Injured; City on High AlertPM Modi’s Bhutan Visit Turns Spiritual As Tobgay Calls Him Brother, Nation Awaits Global PrayerFaridabad Terror Plot: Woman Doctor Arrested After AK-47 Recovery, Experts Hint at Pakistan LinkMassive Car Explosion Near Delhi’s Red Fort Hours After Faridabad Terror Plot bust, Many DeadBJP Hits Out at Congress for Sidelining Tharoor After Advani Birthday WishPM Modi To Join Global Peace Prayer Festival As India-Bhutan Ties Reach New HeightsTop Bengaluru Jail Official Transferred, 2 Suspended After Viral Videos Spark Outrage123PhotostoriesNo gym needed: 7 effective home exercises to burn belly fatThese 5 animals are the largest to have roamed the Earth (One is still lives today)From heated arguments with VJ Paaru to special moments with FJ: Evicted contestant Praveen Raj’s Bigg Boss Tamil 9 journey4 foods to combine with Kiwi for a power-packed breakfast4 reasons to use Kusha Grass in daily puja ritualsDelhi Red Fort car blast: How a sudden explosion turned Delhi evening into chaos and fear5 trending Mangalsutra design ideas every modern bride should know about6 reasons why the humble bathua deserves a place of respect in global kitchens10 baby names that mean happiness in different languagesExclusive – From being a part of creative team to working with Shah Rukh Khan in Dil Toh Pagal Hai: Balvinder Singh Suri aka Roshan Sodhi of Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah on his journey123Hot PicksBihar Election CandidatesBihar Election ConstituenciesBihar Election 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingRed Fort blastDonald TrumpDelhi Car BlastSimone BilesMichael Willis Cause of DeathCharlie KirksJordon HudsonCandace OwensMatthew GoldenDennis Hildeby
LUCKNOW: Delhi-based composer Siddhant Bhatia is heading to the Grammys with Sounds of Kumbha, a 12-track musical documentation of last year’s Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, commissioned by Uttar Pradesh government. The pilgrimage saw millions converge for a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam. What makes the nomination extra special is that Bhatia’s album competes in the Best Global Music Album category against Anoushka Shankar and the Shakti Band, making it an all-Indian face-off at the 68th Grammy Awards. Trained under Ustad Jawaad Ali Khan, Bhatia has also received a second nomination for his album Shayan in the Best Contemporary Instrumental Album category. “I am overwhelmed. Gods and saints have blessed me on the global stage,” he told TOI. Bhatia and over 50 artists created Sounds of Kumbha as a “sonic memoir” – field recordings from the pilgrimage grounds interlaced with Indian classical music, ancient mantras and binaural beats. Five Grammy winners joined the project, with Jim “Kimo” West and Ron Korb visiting India forthe first time. The album also features violinist Kala Ramnath, pianist Charu Suri, vocalists Aditya Gadhvi, Kanika Kapoor and Grammy nominee Madi Das, alongside spiritual guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. The tracks were mixed and mastered by Grammy winner PA Deepak.