Acing virtual gigs

With the rest of the world taking a break from the hustle-bustle of human existence, for artistes, it has been a creatively active phase where they are pitching in to keep us all sane. Here’s looking at some who are proving to be true professionals with their alluring virtual gigs

Delightful ditties

Prateek Kuhad

He is the man recommended by the former US President, and Kuhad is keeping his fans hooked with his frequent gigs online. From taking recommendations from fans on Instagram to crooning his delightful ditties, this singer is making everyone’s hearts flutter like always.

Redefining concepts

Ankur Tewari

Crooning to Dil Beparwah, Yaaron, Teri Yaad, Aajao and Jeene Mei Aaye Mazaa and some hits from his blockbuster Bollywood film Gully Boy, Ankur Tewari was amongst the first to start live concerts on Instagram in the same week when the lockdown was announced. He is redefining the concept and understanding of virtual gigs while amassing new followers each day.

Be original

Sona Mohapatra

Her latest virtual music show titled Guitarwale Gaane has been a hit on Instagram. In the first episode, she paid an elaborate tribute to RD Burman, but Sona wants the series to be about original music where she will collaborate with her favourite guitarists from across the globe.

Striking chemistry

Priyanshu & Shriya

The new virtual play by the name Lockdown Love, starring Priyanshu Painyuli and Shriya Pilgaonkar impressed netizens. Revisiting an old script by Roshan Abbas, which was adapted to resonate thematically with the audience, it was Priyanshu and Shriya’s striking chemistry that touched a chord with everyone.

Going live

Tanmay Bhat

Tanmay Bhat, along with noted comedian Kaneez Surka, hosted a two-day live marathon event called ‘Stay Home for India’, which featured over 80 well-known artists, including Biswa Kalyan Rath, Kanan Gill, Kenny Sebastian, Varun Grover, Zakir Khan, Sumukhi Suresh, among others.

Charity first

Vir Das

Though he has recently released his series Hasmukh on Netflix, there’s no overlooking the fact that Vir Das had to cancel his comedy tour across 29 countries due to COVID-19. Now, his online stand-up show called Vir Das At Home is a sell-out and the proceeds from the show are donated to various charities.