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Hindustan Times
40 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
The rise of Gen Z audience, rasiks at baithaks in Delhi-NCR
Music, with its universal appeal, is now bridging extremes – from head-banging EDM sets to deeply immersive, soulful renditions. Making a quiet yet powerful comeback is the baithak – the intimate, unplugged musical gathering once synonymous with the culturall-life in Delhi-NCR. Amid this soothing ambience and unfiltered musical energy is a surprising audience: Gen Z. The revival of baithaks, across Delhi-NCR, is witnessing an unexpectedly high interest from the younger generation. Traditionally hosted in homes or small informal spaces, baithaks are all about forging a direct connection between the artiste and the audience (rasiks), between melody and emotion. Though these receded into the background during the pandemic, they are now re-emerging across India, especially NCR, drawing enthusiastic young listeners in large numbers. 'In a world of high-decibel concerts and flashy gigs, a baithak brings a kind of calm that fills the room in a way nothing else can,' says Abhinav Arora, founder of a Delhi-based baithak collective, Abhinav Ka Sangeet. 'What really amazes me is how many Gen Z attendees we see… often more than half the room. These are young people known for club nights and upbeat playlists, but here they are, sitting at easy with mesmerised eyes, saying 'Wah wah' when a note hits just right, clapping in sync, and asking us for more insights into the baithak culture and it's background after the performance. It's this unexpected shift that's giving artists and organisers a renewed sense of purpose. The baithaks today aren't strictly classical either. There's a conscious effort by us to blend traditional ragas with contemporary sounds so that the young ones can enjoy this new-found music taste of theirs.' 'We're witnessing a steady yet meaningful shift as young audiences are no longer passively consuming culture, they are actively seeking depth,' says Anubhav Jain, co-curator at IBTIDA-Ek Mehfil, as his colleague, Tanvi Singh Bhatia elucidates, 'In our recent 50-seater baithaks, nearly 20% of attendees have consistently been Gen Z. What's remarkable is that this isn't driven by trend, but by a desire for emotional and cultural resonance. While we maintain the sanctity of the baithak and resist turning it into novelty, the mix of Gen Z, younger millennials, and legacy patrons creates a rare intergenerational dialogue exactly what IBTIDA stands for.' Is this preferential shift in format thus causing the artistes to try an unconventional format to perform in? Tech Panda & Kenzani, an Indian electronic DJ and music production duo based out of Delhi, who are prepping to perform at an experimental baithak throw light on this. 'We thought the fusion between our music and the soulful essence of a baithak will be beautiful for those in the audience,' says Tech Panda aka Rupinder Nanda, adding, 'We are very excited to perform at the baithak as our audience knows what we do in terms of music. A fusion musical of such kind is unprecedented and gives the chance to artistes to reach out to a very diverse audience. We have decoded all the tracks that we have and have made fresh tracks to create music that is very calm and therapeutic. I personally am into classical music and to blend something that is of such experimental sorts is what drives an artiste.' 'In our generation, everyone is more into big rock or pop concerts. But then we performed at a baithak-style concert during a recent college fest, and the vibe was something else,' says Tanvi, a member of Dhwani, the musical society at Lady Shri Ram College (LSR) of Delhi University (DU), adding, 'The hall was packed, and no one wanted to leave! I'd never seen that kind of response to classical music before. It really showed me that even with all the modern stuff out there, we Gen Zs can totally enjoy and connect with baithaks. In fact, I see more and more of my friends getting into it now.' Catch It Live Ghar Ki Baithak Where: S Block, Panchsheel Enclave When: June 21 Timing: 7pm Entry : +918860092206 IBTIDA-Ek Mehfil ft Papon When: August 30 Timing: 8pm Entry: +919819870281 Kabir Baithak 2.0 Where: N 111, Panchsheel Park, Delhi (July 5) & The Poéttery Studio, Sector 55, Gurugram (July 6) Timing: 5.30pm Entry: +919582791836 For more, follow HT City Delhi Junction
Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Hindustan Times
Rajasthan: Man takes own life, accuses 4 of torturing him in suicide note in Kota
A 35-year-old man allegedly died by suicide after hanging himself in his house in Kota, the police said on Friday. Dushyant Pandey left an eight-page note naming four men—Narendra Nagar, Ravi Tiwari, Shankar Rai, and Rambhagat—accusing them of financial harassment that drove him to suicide. (Stock) (Pic used for representation)(HT_PRINT) Dushyant Pandey left an eight-page note in which he named four individuals- Narendra Nagar, Ravi Tiwari, Shankar Rai and Rambhagat, accusing them of torturing him over financial matters, which he claimed led him to take this extreme step, the police said. According to the police, Dushyant, who worked in the private sector and lived with his parents and sisters, went into his room on Thursday afternoon and did not come out. Read | Kerala woman dies by suicide after male friend subjected to 'mob trial'; PFI-linked workers arrested On Friday morning, Dushyant's father called the police after receiving no response from his son and noticing that his door remained bolted. The police rushed to the residence and broke the door open to find Dushyant hanging from the ceiling fan, Borkheda Police Station Circle Inspector Devesh Bhardwaj said. Initial inquiry suggests that Dushyant was allegedly experiencing a monetary crisis and was involved in cheque bounce cases, he further said. A case was lodged to determine the actual reason behind Dushyant's extreme step and investigate the role of the persons mentioned in his note, the CI added. Dushyant's body was handed over to his family members after post-mortem on Friday afternoon. Discussing suicides can be triggering for some. However, suicides are preventable. A few major suicide prevention helpline numbers in India are 011-23389090 from Sumaitri (Delhi-based) and 044-24640050 from Sneha Foundation (Chennai-based)
Time of India
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amitabh Bachchan once opened up about son Abhishek Bachchan's emotional struggle after broken engagement with Karisma Kapoor: 'It can be distressing for any young man...'
Before Abhishek Bachchan married Aishwarya Rai, his engagement to Karisma Kapoor ended abruptly, shocking many. Amitabh Bachchan later reflected on the emotional impact this had on Abhishek and the family, viewing it as a difficult but formative experience. Karisma subsequently married Sunjay Kapur, but their marriage ended in divorce, and Kapur tragically passed away in 2025 due to cardiac arrest. Before Abhishek Bachchan tied the knot with Aishwarya Rai , he was once engaged to Karisma Kapoor—a relationship that had all of Bollywood buzzing. What seemed like a perfect union between two celebrated film families came to an abrupt end, leaving fans shocked. Years later, Amitabh Bachchan opened up about the emotional toll the broken engagement took on his son and their family, calling it a difficult yet defining moment in their lives. In a 2005 episode of Koffee With Karan , Amitabh opened up about Abhishek and Karisma's called-off wedding. He described it as a sensitive and distressing time for the family, especially for Abhishek. Amitabh said that while such situations are painful, parting ways is sometimes the better option if circumstances aren't favourable for a lasting union. In the same conversation, Bug B reflected on the emotional toll the broken engagement took on the family but called it a part of God's plan. He shared that such life events, though painful, help shape a person and make them stronger. Quoting a life lesson, he said that when things go your way, it's good—but when they don't, it's even better, because it's part of a divine plan, and God never wishes harm upon you. It was widely speculated at the time that Karisma and Abhishek's sudden split was influenced by Karisma's mother, Babita. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Laxmi Ji Idol For Wealth, Peace & Happiness Luxeartisanship Shop Now Undo Reports suggested that Babita, concerned about her daughter's financial security—especially given that Karisma was already a top actress while Abhishek was still finding his footing—allegedly insisted on a prenuptial agreement. However, it was believed that Amitabh Bachchan did not agree to this, leading to the wedding being called off. Just months after her engagement to Abhishek was called off, Karisma married Delhi-based businessman Sunjay Kapur in September 2003. However, the marriage soon took a bitter turn. Karisma later filed for divorce. After a prolonged two-year legal battle, the couple were officially granted a divorce in 2016, with Karisma receiving custody of their children. Tragically, on June 12, 2025, Sunjay Kapur passed away following a sudden cardiac arrest.
News18
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Karisma Kapoor Was 'Traumatised' After Abhishek Bachchan Breakup: 'I Was Forced To...'
Last Updated: Karisma credited her Kapoor clan for helping her overcome her trauma and supporting her through the tough time. Once engaged to Abhishek Bachchan in 2002, Karisma Kapoor was poised to become the Bachchan family's bahu. However, the engagement was broken off months later. Although Abhishek and Karisma had reportedly been in a serious relationship for five years, they called off their wedding soon after announcing their engagement. In an old interview with Subhash K Jha, Karisma said it was a traumatic experience. She credited her Kapoor clan for helping and supporting her through the tough time. Karisma Kapoor had said, 'It is time I spoke. I owe it to everyone. The beginning of this year was traumatic for me. I wouldn't wish any girl to go through it. I was forced to deal with my hurt and pain on my own. I guess time is the best healer. Though I have been through a lot, I have come to terms with whatever has happened. All I will say is, whatever is destined is bound to happen. I was emotionally unprepared to confront my problems. Life deals you different cards. You have to just go with the shuffle." She added, 'I want to thank the media for being so understanding and supportive. Everyone left me alone. I don't want to say anything more on this except that I couldn't have come out my trauma if it wasn't for my parents [Babita and Randhir Kapoor], sister [Kareena], my Dadiji [Krishna Raj Kapoor], my two Buas [Rima Jain and Ritu Nanda] and my close friends." While the real reason behind Karisma and Abhishek's breakup is known only to them and their loved ones, Amitabh Bachchan once blamed it on unfavourable circumstances. In 2005, Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan appeared on the first season of Karan Johar-hosted reality show Koffee With Karan and the veteran actor said, 'It was a sensitive moment. Relationships are being formed, relationships are being destroyed. It can be distressing for any young man, and obviously distressing for the family. We don't wish that to happen to anyone, but if the circumstances are not conducive for a union, then it's better that you go different ways. That's what happened." In 2003, Karisma married Delhi-based industrialist Sunjay Kapur. But their union quickly unravelled, eventually leading to a highly public and bitter divorce battle in 2014. While the couple initially filed for divorce through mutual consent, the case escalated into an ugly legal fight filled with serious allegations. Meanwhile, Abhishek Bachchan tied the knot with Aishwarya Rai in 2007. They welcomed their daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan, in 2011. First Published:
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
As techies complain Rs 50 LPA not enough in Bengaluru, CA decodes what is wrong
Once considered a golden milestone, a Rs 50 lakh per annum salary in India's tech sector is no longer met with the same awe. As the cost of living in Bengaluru and other metros continues to climb, high-earning professionals are beginning to echo a new concern: 'We're earning more, but saving less.' From ballooning EMIs to luxury lifestyle expectations, a CA joined the online debate to decode the truth behind this growing sense of financial discomfort. Chartered Accountant Nitin Kaushik has weighed in with a no-nonsense take that's striking a chord online. According to him, it's not that people earning Rs 50 LPA are broke—they just have a 'budget with holes.' Kaushik believes the real issue lies in financial discipline , not earnings. He points out that most people have enough to save, but poor habits like impulsive purchases, weekend splurges, and ignoring daily micro-expenses leave them cash-strapped. The solution, he says, isn't chasing higher pay but fixing foundational habits: create a monthly budget, automate savings, and track where your money actually goes. His blunt takeaway? Discipline > High Income. Self-control, not a salary hike, is what leads to real financial freedom. — Finance_Bareek (@Finance_Bareek) Delhi-based businessman also joins the conversation Adding fuel to the conversation, Abhijit Chakraborty, a Delhi-based entrepreneur, shared his own experience of living well within his means. He questioned why so many professionals stretch themselves thin with home EMIs of Rs 2 lakh and car EMIs of Rs 50,000, all in the name of lifestyle. Despite earning Rs 30 lakh annually at one point, Chakraborty chose to drive a modest Rs 5 lakh car. Even when his income doubled, he only upgraded to a Rs 10 lakh vehicle, without taking a loan. While he acknowledged the value in investing in property, Chakraborty had little patience for unnecessary car loans and luxury spending. His message was clear: financial stress is often self-inflicted. A fat paycheck won't save you if your priorities are skewed toward keeping up appearances.
