In a landmark cultural evening that beautifully bridged classical heritage with contemporary digital voices, Padma Shri awardee and globally acclaimed Bansuri maestro Ronu Majumdar engaged in an exclusive, first-of-its-kind blogger interaction in Mumbai.
Over 20 prominent bloggers from Mumbai gathered for the intimate session, making it a pioneering initiative where a classical music legend connected directly with the digital creator community through one-on-one conversations. The event marked a significant step toward bringing Indian classical music into deeper dialogue with new-age media platforms.
The evening commenced with a formal introduction highlighting Majumdar’s illustrious journey spanning over four decades. A disciple of the Maihar gharana tradition and a torchbearer of Hindustani classical music, he has performed across prestigious global stages and collaborated extensively with legendary composer R. D. Burman. His cinematic contributions include iconic films such as 1942: A Love Story, while his global compositional work for large-scale productions like Mystic India further underscores his international acclaim.
Following the introduction, Ronu Sir presented a short live flute recital, instantly immersing the room in the meditative and soulful resonance of the bansuri. The performance set the tone for what unfolded as an evening of depth, nostalgia, and heartfelt storytelling.
During the interaction, Majumdar candidly shared anecdotes from the golden era of Indian music, reminiscing about his creative journey alongside stalwarts such as R.D. Burman and the legendary Kishore Kumar. He offered rare insights into studio recordings, improvisational processes, and the discipline behind sustaining classical purity within cinematic frameworks.
A highlight of the evening was the discussion around his recently released single, You & Me. The composition, intimate and deeply evocative, reflects a soulful dialogue between artist and listener. Drawing inspiration from Kishore Kumar’s lullaby in the film Kanwara Baap, the piece carries emotional warmth while maintaining classical integrity. Through this project, Majumdar once again demonstrates his ability to blend tradition with contemporary sensibilities, ensuring the bansuri remains relevant across generations.
The session concluded with individual blogger interactions, allowing attendees to capture exclusive insights and engage in meaningful conversations. Ronu Sir’s warmth, humility, and openness left a lasting impression, transforming the gathering into more than just a media event — it became a celebration of music, memory, and mentorship.
This historic interaction not only reinforced Ronu Majumdar’s stature as a cultural icon but also highlighted the growing importance of digital creators in shaping conversations around classical arts in modern India.
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About AR Rahman, Bansuri maestro Ronu Majumdar said - When AR Rahman came into picture lot of people lost their job because Dil Hai Chotasa like melodies were recorded on keyboard. But when you listen to the flute Rahman is using original flute. His original name was Dilip. It's sad that recently he gave very nasty interview. I don't agree with you, Dilip. You are not Rahman for me. You are still Dilip for me. You played under Illayaraja and we both were beginners at that time. So don't do all these things be careful what you say. It's my advice to you Dilip.