Sonu Nigam, Shaan To Perform Krishna Bhajan LIVE This Janmashtami; Here's How To Watch It
Sonu Nigam and Shaan are all set to make this Janmashtami more special. The singers, along with some of the other stalwarts, will be headlining JioHotstar's 'Janmashtami LIVE: The World Celebrates Krishna' event, which will stream on the OTT platform on August 16 from 6 PM onwards.
Talking about the event, Sonu Nigam issued a statement and expressed excitement. 'Janmashtami has always been a pious and prayerful event in our house. I have fond memories of my childhood from both Mumbai and Delhi, each has its own distinct way of celebrating the occasion.. My son, now a big boy, loved dressing up as Krishna when he was a toddler. My sisters wish me a happy birthday every year for they playfully call me Krishna of our house. In fact my father was born on Janmashtami so we wish him a happy birthday too. This year, with JioHotstar bringing everyone together, it feels like those intimate moments are finding a bigger stage," he said.
Shaan also shared how he is fascinated by lord Krishna and added, 'As a kid, I was always so intrigued and excited about Dahi Handi, but could never participate. But once, years ago, I was part of a Janmashtami celebrations. That day I realised that devotion can dance, and music can smile. Even today, when I sing for Krishna, it's that same boy, just on a bigger stage."
While Sonu Nigam and Shaan will impress everyone with their soulful voice, dynamic dance acts by the celebrated Prince Dance Group and Saumya Kamble will blend classical grace with contemporary energy, creating a visual spectacle befitting the occasion.
Besides this, audiences will also enjoy exclusive live feeds from revered Krishna temples across India and the world, including Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi in Mathura, Shri Radharaman Temple in Vrindavan, Shree Dwarkadish Temple in Dwarka, Shree Jagannatha Temple in Puri, and ISKCON temples in Juhu, Mayapur, Vrindavan, Sydney, and Budapest.
Adding depth to the celebration, young Geeta scholar Paridhi Mangalampalli, renowned spiritual guide Dr. Jai Madaan, and Padmamukha Nimai Das of ISKCON will share profound insights into Krishna's teachings, offering perspectives that are both timeless and deeply relevant today.
The celebration will also include interactive elements, allowing audiences to send in prayers, participate in live polls, and engage with contemporary reflections on Krishna's teachings in a format that bridges tradition and today.
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