Dear Music Lovers,
Rithwik Foundation for Performing Arts is delighted to present a special Diwali edition of ‘Diwali Saanj’ this October, celebrating the festive spirit with music and cultural richness.
This performance was organised by Rithwik foundation for Performing Arts at our centre in Pune, Maharashtra.
It will be broadcast on our digital platform ‘Sharada Rangamancha’ as well as on our Youtube channel.
Schedule: 21st October 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 6:00 PM (IST) onwards.
Featuring: Pt. Kaivalyakumar Gurav
Accompanied by:
- Swaroop Diwan (Harmonium)
- Pranav Gurav (Tabla)
- Aboli Sevekar & Aditya Joshi (Tanpura)
Featured Artist
Dr. Pt. Kaivalyakumar Gurav, son of Pt. Sangameshwar and Leelavathi Gurav, is a renowned vocalist of the Kirana Gharana.
He began his musical journey with Marathi Natyasangeet at the age of 15 and evolved into a leading Khayal singer.
A TOP GRADE artist of India, he was the youngest to be titled “Pandit” by AIR and Doordarshan.
With over 5000 global performances across 15+ countries, his artistry blends tradition and innovation.
Famous for his “Bijli Ki Taan”, he masters diverse taans and has even created his own Raag Garagaja.
His music reflects the depth of heritage and the brilliance of a creative maestro.
Pranav Gurav, a talented Tabla artist, began his training under his father Milind Gurav, later learning from Pt. Nana Mule and Pt. Suresh Samant.
He currently trains under Dr. Anish Pradhan of the Farrukhabad Gharana and also receives guidance from his grandfather Mr. Maharudra Dhumal.
A recipient of NCPA Scholarship and CCRT Junior Fellowship, he has performed across India and abroad, including America and Singapore.
Pranav ji has accompanied legendary artists like Vidushi Shubha Mudgal, Pt. Shaunak Abhisheki, and Pt. Jayateerth Mevundi, and serves as Director of Kalanidhi Arts Foundation.
Swaroop Prasad Diwan, from Kolhapur, is a dedicated young Harmonium artist pursuing Engineering (CSBS, 3rd Year) at KIT College.
He has been learning harmonium for over 13 years under the tutelage of Pandit Pramod Marathe.
Swaroop has accompanied eminent maestros including Pandit Kaivalyakumar Gurav, Pandit Shaunak Abhisheki, and Pandit Jayateerth Mevundi.
Notably, he accompanied Pandit Bhavanesh Komkali at the European Union Parliament, Brussels (2024).
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