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  • Tips Music turns up the heat with Tamil party anthem Mayangiren

    Tips Music turns up the heat with Tamil party anthem Mayangiren

    MUMBAI: If music is meant to move you Mayangiren might just have you dancing before you know it. Tips Music ltd. has dropped its latest Tamil track, Mayangiren, an all-out party anthem that promises to electrify playlists and pack dancefloors across the globe.

    Directed by Johnavan Lakshman Thomas, Mayangiren bursts with youthful energy, rhythm, and flair, a sonic celebration of freedom and fun. But the real magic begins when Luksimi Sivaneswaralingam takes the mic. The Toronto-born singer, who has previously worked with maestros A.R. Rahman and D. Imman, brings her signature blend of Western polish and South Asian soul to the song, creating a sound that’s as global as it is grounded. Her rich, emotive vocals glide over pulsating beats, lifting the song into instant earworm territory.

    The music, composed by Selojan Srivaratharasan, is an addictive cocktail of thumping percussion, slick synths, and joyous hooks, the kind that makes even the most reluctant dancer tap along. Selojan also mixed, mastered, and produced the track, ensuring that every beat lands with precision and punch. Complementing the sound is Sathyan Ilanko’s clever, relatable lyricism that captures the carefree thrill of letting go, losing oneself to rhythm, and embracing the chaos of a perfect night out.

    But Mayangiren isn’t just a track, it’s an experience. The accompanying music video, bursting with colour, choreography, and celebration, mirrors the song’s vivacity, turning it into a visual fiesta. With its sleek direction and youthful vibe, the video amplifies the energy of the track, making it impossible to resist replaying.

    Speaking about the release, Tips Music said the track embodies the label’s mission to amplify diverse voices and dynamic sounds from across India’s evolving music scene. Over the years, Tips has championed new-age artists who bridge cultural influences while keeping Indian music at the heart of their art and Mayangiren is a shining example of that ethos.

    In a musical landscape dominated by remixes and reboots, Mayangiren stands out for its originality and spirit, a feel-good anthem that’s equal parts desi groove and global pop sheen. With its pulsating soundscape and addictive rhythm, it’s tailor-made for road trips, rooftop parties, and weekend playlists alike.

    Now streaming across all major platforms and lighting up the Tips Tamil Youtube channel Mayangiren is ready to soundtrack your celebrations. So, turn up the volume, forget the world, and as Luksimi sings just mayangiren.

  • Tata Play strikes the right chord with Apple Music offer for users

    Tata Play strikes the right chord with Apple Music offer for users

    MUMBAI: Tata Play is turning up the volume on value. The content distribution giant has teamed up with Apple Music to make subscribers’ playlists longer, livelier and best of all free for the first few months. The special promotional offer extends across Tata Play Binge, Tata Play Mobile app, and Tata Play Fiber, ensuring that no matter how subscribers tune in, they can do it to the sound of Apple’s iconic beats.

    The deal gives new Apple Music users a complimentary four-month subscription, while qualifying returning users can enjoy three months free before the regular plan of Rs 119 per month kicks in. The offer, available to all Tata Play customers across DTH, OTT, and broadband services, adds another note to the company’s mission of delivering “value beyond entertainment.”

    “At Tata Play, we’re constantly innovating to enrich our subscribers’ entertainment experience,” said Tata Play chief commercial and content officer Pallavi Puri. “This promotional offer gives our customers easy access to over 100 million songs, curated playlists, and live radio through Apple Music all integrated seamlessly with Tata Play platforms.”

    For Apple India, this partnership hits all the right notes. “Expanding our collaboration with Tata Play marks an important step forward in our growing partnership,” said Apple India director of content and services Shalini Poddar. “With the integration of Apple Music, we’re delivering a more immersive and personalised audio experience to Tata Play’s audience, bringing Apple Music to even more customers.”

    Subscribers can redeem the offer through a promo code, after which it transitions into a regular Apple Music plan. For Tata Play, the move amplifies its growing effort to blend entertainment ecosystems combining video, broadband, and now, music into a unified experience for Indian households.

    By adding Apple Music’s signature soundscape to its content mix, Tata Play isn’t just streaming shows anymore, it’s orchestrating an experience where every user can, quite literally, play it their way.

     

  • Golden hour for BTS fans as Jung Kook’s world lights up Mumbai

    Golden hour for BTS fans as Jung Kook’s world lights up Mumbai

    MUMBAI: It’s finally golden hour for Indian BTS fans. The world of Jung Kook, the youngest member and “Golden Maknae” of the global pop phenomenon BTS, is set to shimmer in Mumbai as GOLDEN: The Moments, a global exhibition celebrating his first solo album makes its India debut.

    Presented by Bookmyshow Live in partnership with Hybe, the exhibition opens its doors at Mehboob Studios from 12 December 2025 to 11 January 2026, inviting fans to step inside Jung Kook’s creative universe. Tickets go live on 6 November at 12 pm, exclusively on Bookmyshow, with early buyers gaining special access to a preview night that promises a first-hand glimpse into the artist’s golden world.

    A tribute to Jung Kook’s evolution from prodigious performer to global pop icon, GOLDEN: The Moments celebrates his artistry across immersive zones that blend sound, visuals, and emotion. From the cinematic spectacle of Standing Next to You in GOLDEN: THEATER to behind-the-scenes glimpses in SOLID CINEMA, the exhibition offers fans a rare chance to see how inspiration becomes music, and how music becomes magic.

    The journey begins with THE RECORD OF “GOLDEN MOMENTS”, tracing Jung Kook’s rise from his debut to superstardom, and continues through GOLDEN: RECORDS, a shrine to his global achievements with awards, performance gear, and rare photos. Fans can experience remixed tracks in GOLDEN: PHOTOS, tune into the layers of his song Hate You in GOLDEN: SOUNDS, and relive hits like Seven (feat. Latto), 3D (feat. Jack Harlow), and Standing Next to You in Shine Cinema.

    For Jung Kook’s Indian fans, this isn’t just an exhibition, it’s a pilgrimage. “Our partnership with Hybe marks an exciting new chapter in bringing transformative global experiences to India,” said Bookmyshow chief business officer for live events Naman Pugalia. “With one of the world’s most passionate BTS communities here, GOLDEN: The Moments connects fans more deeply to Jung Kook’s artistry and the universal power of music.”

    HYBE echoed this sentiment, calling India “one of the most dynamic and fast-evolving music markets in the world.” The company added, “Through GOLDEN: The Moments, we’re glad to open this new chapter with Bookmyshow Live, connecting Jung Kook’s heart to the voices of Indian fans.”

    Every element of the exhibition from his glittering stage costumes and concert visuals to unseen rehearsal footage has been curated to highlight Jung Kook’s duality: the superstar who commands global stages and the artist quietly perfecting his craft behind the scenes. Visitors can even leave personal notes, becoming part of Jung Kook’s continuing golden story.

    For India’s rapidly growing K-pop community, this marks a milestone moment. What began as a digital fandom thriving on live streams, fan edits, and global hashtags now steps into the real world as GOLDEN: The Moments transforms virtual admiration into a shared, tangible celebration.

    As the exhibition opens, it shines not just on Jung Kook’s luminous career but on India’s rising place in global pop culture. For millions of fans ready to walk through the golden doors, Mumbai’s Mehboob Studios is about to turn into the brightest stage of them all.

  • BIG FM brings Ramayana to life with AI twist

    BIG FM brings Ramayana to life with AI twist

    MUMBAI: What happens when age-old wisdom meets artificial intelligence? You get a Ramayana retelling fit for the reel world. BIG FM, one of India’s leading radio networks, has launched ‘BIG Ramayana’, an AI-powered audio-video series that brings the timeless legend of Lord Ram to today’s screens and streams. Narrated by acclaimed actor Saurabh Raaj Jain, the series transforms the classic epic into bite-sized, visually rich reels, a perfect blend of mythology and modernity.

    The first episode premiered on 20 October 2025, alongside the launch of the BIG Ramayana Anthem, a soulful ode to dharma, devotion, and destiny. Designed for digital-first audiences, the project combines AI-enhanced reels, audio dramas, podcasts, celebrity capsules, RJ specials, and trivia segments, giving the Ramayana a dynamic, cross-platform presence.

    “At BIG FM, storytelling is in our DNA,” said BIG FM CEO Sunil Kumaran. “BIG Ramayana represents our belief that when tradition meets innovation, it creates something powerful and lasting. It’s about connecting today’s youth to stories that have defined generations.”

    Echoing the sentiment, chief marketing & product officer Atul Razdan added, “We wanted to make mythology matter again for Gen Z. With AI and creative storytelling, BIG Ramayana lets audiences rediscover these timeless tales in formats they truly relate to.”

    Listeners can catch AI-enhanced episodes on BIG FM’s social media platforms and tune in to radio broadcasts Monday to Friday at 8 am and 9 pm. The show also streams on Spotify, JioSaavn, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Prime Music, and Gaana, proving that even an ancient epic can find its rhythm in a new digital dhun.

     

  • JioSaavn bets big on design with Pro makeover

    JioSaavn bets big on design with Pro makeover

    MUMBAI: JioSaavn is giving its 100 million monthly active users a visual overhaul, but the real treats are reserved for those willing to pay. The audio streaming platform today rolled out version 10.0, a comprehensive redesign that polishes the experience for everyone whilst dangling a premium aesthetic carrot exclusively for JioSaavn Pro subscribers.

    The update, launched on 29 October, touches everything from buttons to typography to colour palettes. But Pro subscribers get an altogether posher experience: refined textures, subtle animations, dynamic visuals that adapt to album artwork, and a darker background that makes cover art pop. There’s even an animated leaf effect—a “signature Pro visual element”—fluttering across select pages.

    The redesign isn’t mere cosmetic fiddling. JioSaavn has reengineered core interface elements—buttons, tab pills, pop-up flows—to follow a coherent design language that adapts seamlessly across themes. Iconography has been sharpened: Play, Skip, Home, Share, Edit and the ellipsis menu all sport a more contemporary aesthetic. Typography has been fine-tuned for improved legibility against updated background colours.

    The Pro-exclusive theme introduces a distinguished app icon and reimagined animation that sets the tone before users even tap in. Pro badging appears consistently across profile and settings pages, reinforcing the premium tier at every turn. The player interface now dynamically shifts to match whatever track is playing—a neat trick that makes the experience feel alive.

    Founded in 2007, JioSaavn has grown into India’s dominant audio streaming service, offering over 100 million tracks in 15-plus languages across podcasts and music. The platform spans Android, iOS, JioPhones and web, with interfaces available in twelve display languages.

    JioSaavn Pro strips out ads entirely and throws in unlimited downloads, unlimited skips, endless autoplay and superior audio quality. Subscription options include individual, family, duo and student plans. Jio users get a bonus: they can set any of 2 million-plus songs as their JioTune caller tune.

    The version 10.0 update is available now on Android and iOS. JioSaavn is sweetening the deal with festive offers to lure free-tier listeners into trying Pro.

    The strategy is transparent: make the free experience better, but make the paid experience irresistible. By merging functionality with design excellence—and reserving the most elegant flourishes for subscribers—JioSaavn is betting that 100 million monthly listeners will notice the difference. And that at least some of them will open their wallets to close the gap between good and gorgeous.

  • Diljit’s got the right Aura as fans inspire his global groove

    Diljit’s got the right Aura as fans inspire his global groove

    MUMBAI: When Diljit Dosanjh talks music, even silence feels like a rhythm waiting to drop. In a candid and characteristically cheeky chat on Gal Baat with Spotify, the global Punjabi superstar revealed that his latest album and world tour Aura owes its name to his fans. “They’d say they felt a special energy at my shows, that’s how Aura happened,” he smiled.

    Dosanjh, who’s been effortlessly blending bhangra beats with pop swagger across continents, spoke about how India’s soundscape is a musical buffet. “Indian music is so diverse,” he said, “but Punjabi music… it just dominates the world.” The statement, delivered with his signature grin, was less brag and more truth considering his sold-out arenas from Vancouver to Wembley.

    Amid all the spotlight and studio sessions, the Lover hitmaker admitted that his creative fuel often comes from quieter, humbler places. “I don’t get much time in my schedule, so whenever I find an escape, I go to this park where people sing free music and sometimes I just join them,” he shared. It’s a glimpse of the artist beyond the stage lights, someone who finds melody in the everyday.

    Reflecting on the roots that anchor his global fame, Diljit also paid tribute to Punjab’s musical legends. “Chamkila’s beats stay unmatched,” he said, nodding to the folk icon whose raw storytelling continues to echo through contemporary soundscapes.

    Through his easy humour and grounded wisdom, Diljit offered more than just anecdotes, he gave fans a peek into the soul of an artist who’s rewriting what it means to be desi and global at once. From farm fields to festival stages, his Aura clearly resonates far beyond language or borders.

    Watch the full Gal Baat on Spotify.
     

  • Hoopr hits the right note with Rs 4.5 crore payouts to 1,500 plus Indian artists

    Hoopr hits the right note with Rs 4.5 crore payouts to 1,500 plus Indian artists

    MUMBAI: Hoopr, India’s first music licensing platform, has struck a major chord in the country’s creator economy, disbursing over Rs 4.5 crore to more than 1,500 artists across 20 genres over the past three years. The milestone marks an industry first in micro-sync licensing payouts, underscoring Hoopr’s mission to build a transparent and sustainable revenue stream for India’s independent music community.

    Unlike traditional music models where earnings are often dominated by established labels and chart-topping artists, Hoopr’s system ensures fair compensation for those who typically remain behind the scenes: music producers, composers, and background score creators. Each time a brand or content creator licenses a track through the platform, the artist earns directly, taking home 50–65 per cent of the revenue.

    The platform’s roster includes both seasoned and emerging names such as Nilesh Dahanukar (Special 26, Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior), Divya Limbasia (The Family Man), Aditya Kudalkar (Gathan), and Devashish Korani (Yeh Chahiye, Ruaa Ruaa).

    Hoopr currently powers over 30,000 creators, including Ashish Vidyarthi, chef Ranveer Brar, and Flying Beast and collaborates with more than 175 brands such as ITC, Himalaya, Myntra, Meesho, Marico and Ultratech.

    Highlighting the platform’s impact, emerging artist Trivarg Arandhara (Triv) from Assam earned more from a single micro-licensing deal on Hoopr than he would have from 4.8 lakh streams on Spotify or Youtube.

    Co-founder and CEO of Hoopr Gaurav Dagaonkar said, “This milestone goes beyond payouts, it signals a shift toward sustainable income for artists. Licensing is the future of creator monetisation, and Rs 4.5 crore is only the beginning. We aim to surpass Rs 100 crore in payouts by FY2028.”

    Co-founder and CRO Meghna Mittal added, “Transparency and trust have always been at the heart of Hoopr. Our tech-enabled backend ensures artists are paid promptly whenever their music is used. We’re building an inclusive ecosystem where every artist can thrive and where brands can easily access authentic, culturally resonant music.”

     

  • Sheher Ghumawa hits the right note for Soulmates

    Sheher Ghumawa hits the right note for Soulmates

    MUMBAI: Turn up the volume, the party has just begun. Tips Films and Tips Music have dropped Sheher Ghumawa, the high-octane first track from their upcoming film Soulmates, and it is already shaping up to be the season’s dance anthem.

    Belting out the vocals is none other than Mika Singh, with Sunny Vik’s foot-tapping music and Raj Fatehpur’s playful lyrics making it a surefire crowd-pleaser. The track, out on 30 September, leads up to the digital release of Soulmates on 17 October.

    The video adds an extra splash of colour, pairing Mika Singh with Hira Warina in a vibrant, visually striking sequence that matches the track’s celebratory mood.

    “This song sets the tone for Soulmates, uplifting, energetic and fun,” said Tips Music managing director Kumar Taurani. Mika Singh called it “infectious” and promised it will stay on party playlists for a long time. Composer Sunny Vik added that working on the song was about finding “the perfect balance of fun and meaning.”

    For actress Hira Warina, the track was pure joy to be part of. “It instantly lifts your mood,” she said.

    With its addictive rhythm and feel-good vibe, Sheher Ghumawa looks set to soundtrack many nights out before Soulmates hits screens in October.

  • Sonu sets Dal Lake afloat with melodies in Srinagar’s first mega concert

    Sonu sets Dal Lake afloat with melodies in Srinagar’s first mega concert

    MUMBAI: When the valley sings, the world listens. On Sunday, 26 October 2025, Srinagar will echo with music as Sonu Nigam headlines the first-ever live concert of its scale in Kashmir, a spectacle curated by NDTV Good Times at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), framed by the shimmering Dal Lake and the mighty Himalayas.

    The evening will be more than a setlist of filmy hits. It will carry the weight of history, with Nigam paying tribute to Mohammed Rafi, the golden voice of Indian cinema, on the year marking a century of his birth. For fans, hearing Rafi saab’s immortal melodies reimagined against Dal Lake’s twilight shimmer promises to be nothing short of spine-tingling.

    “It is more special because we have not seen the celebration of 100 years of the late Mohammed Rafi sahab at Dal Lake. Can you imagine!” said Sonu Nigam. “The whole world knows my connection with my peer, my guru, my inspiration but celebrating his legacy at Dal Lake in Kashmir, celebrating the zest of Kashmir, is going to be really wonderful and special. Looking forward to see you all there.”

    The choice of SKICC as the venue is no accident. Nestled on Dal’s banks, its quiet grandeur will transform into a stage where nature becomes part of the performance. As dusk falls, the lake will mirror the stage lights, turning the concert into a once-in-a-lifetime union of landscape and sound.

    NDTV CEO & editor-in-chief Rahul Kanwal framed the event as a cultural milestone: “Good Times was created as a canvas for India’s most extraordinary cultural expressions. To bring Sonu Nigam to Srinagar, with the Dal Lake as his stage, is an affirmation of India’s confidence in presenting its heritage, its beauty, and its artistry to the world. This concert is a defining cultural moment for Kashmir and for the country.”

    Adding to that, NDTV Good Times chief experiences officer Rahul Kumar Shaw said: “When we said Good Times will be about extraordinary experiences, this is what we meant. The first one is here Sonu Nigam at Dal Lake, a never-seen-before cultural spectacle that puts Srinagar on the world stage. We are the first ones in many years to come here and create something of this scale, and it is a privilege to do so in Kashmir, a land whose people have an unmatched spirit. We’ve promised audiences that every NDTV Good Times experience will be bigger, richer, and more immersive, and this evening is exactly that, a concert you don’t just attend, but one you carry back with you.”

    For Kashmir, long immortalised in poetry and cinema, this isn’t just about melodies under the stars. It is about reclaiming a space on the cultural world map, showing the valley as a venue of celebration, pride, and artistry.

    Tickets for the concert, available exclusively on District, are already in high demand, with limited seating adding urgency to what is billed as one of Kashmir’s most significant cultural events.

    On 26 October, as Sonu Nigam’s voice floats over Dal Lake, the valley will not just host a concert, it will witness music, memory and mountains merge into history.

  • Dandiya dazzle as Hindi cinema joins Falguni Pathak fun

    Dandiya dazzle as Hindi cinema joins Falguni Pathak fun

    MUMBAI: Talk about a Hindi cinema beat! The Radiance Dandiya Navratri Utsav 2025 with Falguni Pathak turned Mumbai into a whirlwind of music, colour, and star-studded glamour as the cast of Sunny sanskari ki tulsi kumari: Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Rohit Saraf, Sanya Malhotra and Maniesh Paul, took to the stage on Sunday night.

    Thousands of fans in vibrant festive attire cheered as the stars grooved alongside Falguni Pathak to the chartbuster anthem ‘Bijuria’, breaking into the hook step and creating a magical fusion of Hindi cinema sparkle and Dandiya tradition. The cast also performed a high-energy dance to the peppy track ‘Panwadi’ from their upcoming film, with fans singing along and waving to the rhythm.

    Falguni Pathak’s evergreen hits and signature Garba beats kept the crowd dancing through the night, while a wave of patriotic cheer swept the arena as Team India clinched the Asia Cup 2025. Over seven nights, the festival transformed the Jio World Convention Centre into a hub of devotion, music, and celebration, with special private pods adding a touch of exclusive fun for close groups.

    The event also drew celebrity guests including Dilip Joshi, Divyanka Tripathi, Rupali Ganguly, Orry and Viraj Ghelani, soaking in the festive spirit. Produced by Tribevibe Entertainment, a Bookmyshow company, and Purple Blue Events & Ideas, the Utsav showcased a seamless blend of tradition and modernity, setting a new benchmark for Navratri celebrations in Mumbai.

    With more energetic performances and timeless music to come, Falguni Pathak’s Navratri nights promise to keep the city dancing and celebrating long into the festival season.