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Deccan Herald
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
Marching through memories
Recently, I stood among thousands of Vietnamese in Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City, surrounded by red flags fluttering like living flames against the clear blue skies, witnessing a moment of living history. Vietnam was marking the 50th anniversary of the end of a war, a half-century since the fall of Saigon in 1975, transforming itself into a tableau of national pride, filled with the sounds of drums and marching a child growing up in Delhi, I remembered India's Republic Day parade, a regular fixture in my calendar. My father, an ardent believer in ceremony, had made attending the parade a family ritual, and I still remember being perched on his shoulders, watching tanks roll past, tricolour balloons ascend, and the brass bands thunder in unison. I would return home flush with patriotic fervour, my brother re-enacting the march past in our living room, his arms swinging too high, his chest puffed out too much!.The journey of a patriot .Half a world away, the mood in Vietnam was qualitatively different, sombre yet proud with an undertone of solemn remembrance. Not just a military display; this was a nation paying homage to hard-won peace. Vietnamese veterans with weathered faces lined the streets, medals catching sunlight, their eyes misty with the weight of what they must have endured. What struck me most was the discipline and restraint. There was no overt display of patriotism, no aggressive choreography, just a reminder that victory required hard, purposeful work in the I watched the parading columns of students, soldiers, and the paramilitary, I couldn't help realising that India's Republic Day presented a similar spectacle of scale and diversity, and like Vietnam's 50th anniversary parade, it was steeped in the memory of a conflict that birthed its modern identity. Both are gigantic exercises with tableaux and a choreography of movement replete with march-pasts and memories. My father, after a Republic Day parade, had once told me, 'What we show on the streets is who we hope to be.' At that time, his words seemed mere sentimental patriotism, but now, standing amidst strangers, his words made sense. Hope lies not in forgetting but in choosing what to remember and how to carry the parade was drawing to a close and the crowd dispersing, I noticed a small boy standing at the kerb, waving a flag too large for him. His grandfather stood behind him, one hand resting lightly on the boy's shoulder. It was a scene that could have come from Kartavyapath or Raisina Hill; a reminder that despite different borders and histories, we are all this parade in Vietnam was a deeply poignant experience. It stirred my memories in myriad ways. Emotions rained down on me not from the spectacle alone, but from a quiet recognition that the parade personalised patriotism. I found myself humming a familiar tune: Lata Mangeshkar's sombre and patriotic voice echoing a republic's yearning: Ae mere watan ke logon.
NDTV
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Watch: Indian Tourists Break Into Impromptu Song At Eiffel Tower, Internet Reacts
A group of Indian travellers delighted the internet with an impromptu musical performance near the Eiffel Tower in Paris. In a viral Instagram video, they're seen singing and grooving to the classic Bollywood song 'Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandni Mein' from the 1951 film Chori Chori. This iconic duet was originally sung by legendary singers Lata Mangeshkar and Manna Dey. The group's energetic performance added a vibrant Indian touch to the iconic Parisian landmark. The video shows the group singing in harmony, with curious onlookers pausing to enjoy the moment. Some even clapped along and nodded to the rhythm, creating a magical atmosphere that blended Indian soul and Parisian charm. The moment, captured on camera and shared on Instagram, showcased their perfect unison and the universal power of music. Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pankaj Gupta (@pankajmp04) The video sparked a mixed reaction. While some praised the group's performance for its cross-cultural appeal, others criticised it. One user wrote, "When people sang, English songs after the concert in local trains, people appreciated them, why not this?" Another stated, "Wherever fellow Indians go, they spread Happiness and Laughter and Music is a beautiful connect worldwide." A third said, "Why? Maybe few people enjoyed it, but look at others' faces. I am living in North America, 100% sure 10 people out of 100 like us singing in a closed space like a elevator or somethin,g and the rest 90 will look you surprisingly because we are intruding into our personal space too. Please try to figure out what civic sense is." A fourth added, "Many of them look startled… People like these should be banned from travelling… just because they feel good doing this in a large number, they think everyone does. It's not like that you insensitive narcissistic people." A fifth said, "When will we understand and learn to respect others' privacy? Annoying and embarrassing."
Indian Express
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Indian tourists break into classic Bollywood song at Eiffel Tower, viral video divides the Internet: ‘Annoying and embarrassing'
A group of Indian tourists recently brought a touch of Bollywood nostalgia to Paris, captivating fellow travellers with an impromptu jam session at the iconic Eiffel Tower. The now-viral video on Instagram shows the group singing the classic Hindi song Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandni Mein. Sung by legendary singers Lata Mangeshkar and Manna Dey, the popular romantic song is from the 1951 film Chori Chori. In the video, the group is heard singing in harmony, drawing the attention of foreign tourists, some of whom seem to be enjoying the spontaneous jamming. Some can also be seen clapping, smiling, and nodding along. Sharing the video, an Instagram user, Pankaj Gupta wrote, 'Every tourist enjoyed an indian song with us on the Eiffel Tower, perish, France.' Watch the video here: A post shared by Pankaj Gupta (@pankajmp04) The video has since been shared by many. However, it did not sit well with many social media users who called the incident 'embarrassing.' Slamming the video, a user wrote, 'Many of them look startled… People like these should be banned from travelling… just because they feel good doing this in a large number, they think everyone does. It's not like that you insensitive narcissistic people.' Another user commented, 'Why? Maybe a few people enjoyed it, but look at others' faces. I am living in North America, 100% sure 10 people out of 100 like us singing in a closed space like an elevator or something, and the rest 90 will look at you surprisingly because we are intruding into our personal space too. Please try to figure out what civic sense is.' 'When will we understand and learn to respect others' privacy? Annoying and embarrassing,' a third user reacted. 'Great Indians. Great Choice. Great on enjoying,' a fourth user chimed in. Last week, a video of an Indian baraat passing through Wall Street in New York City sparked a debate, with many users criticising the grandeur as 'unnecessary'.
News18
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
When Every Tourist On Eiffel Tower Vibed To ‘Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandni Mein'
Last Updated: The video shows the group singing the legendary Hindi song Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandni Mein. A group of Indian travellers transformed Paris's iconic Eiffel Tower into an impromptu Bollywood concert spot. Captivating passersby, they performed the classic Hindi song Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandni Mein, a romantic melody from the 1951 film Chori Chori, originally sung by legends Lata Mangeshkar and Manna Dey. The beautifully shot video captures the trio singing in perfect harmony near the Eiffel Tower, with spectators, many of them tourists from around the world, enjoying the soulful performance. Some are seen clapping along and swaying to the tune. This enchanting blend of classic Indian music against the stunning Parisian backdrop created a magical atmosphere that resonated deeply with viewers. The video's caption read, 'Every tourist enjoyed Indian song with us at the Eiffel Tower, Paris, France." It quickly went viral, earning praise for the group's spontaneous and heartwarming musical tribute. Indian music has often bridged cultural and language divisions, with people across nations appreciating it. Weeks back, Deanna Leigh, a 23-year-old travel vlogger from the United Kingdom, posted a hilarious video on Instagram about how she unexpectedly fell in love with India's 'Swach Bharat" jingle. She said, 'I heard it all the time in Jodhpur. I thought it was just a fun song people sang every morning." Deanna had no idea that the catchy tune blaring from loudspeakers was a call to take out the trash. She said, 'I didn't know. I just thought it was a cheerful morning tune." Sharing her opinion, Deanna wrote, 'My new favourite song in India! At one point, this was all I would hear in the mornings. I had no clue what it meant… but damn, what a banger!" In the video, a garbage truck is shown rolling down the street while playing charming music, leaving Deanna both amazed and fascinated. Prasoon Joshi wrote the song Swachh Bharat Ka Irada, which was sung by Kailash Kher. First Published:
News18
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
When Every Tourist On Eiffel Tower Vibed To Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandni Men
Last Updated: The video shows the group singing the legendary Hindi song Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandni Mein. A group of Indian travellers transformed Paris's iconic Eiffel Tower into an impromptu Bollywood concert spot. Captivating passersby, they performed the classic Hindi song Aaja Sanam Madhur Chandni Mein, a romantic melody from the 1951 film Chori Chori, originally sung by legends Lata Mangeshkar and Manna Dey. The beautifully shot video captures the trio singing in perfect harmony near the Eiffel Tower, with spectators, many of them tourists from around the world, enjoying the soulful performance. Some are seen clapping along and swaying to the tune. This enchanting blend of classic Indian music against the stunning Parisian backdrop created a magical atmosphere that resonated deeply with viewers. The video's caption read, 'Every tourist enjoyed Indian song with us at the Eiffel Tower, Paris, France." It quickly went viral, earning praise for the group's spontaneous and heartwarming musical tribute. Indian music has often bridged cultural and language divisions, with people across nations appreciating it. Weeks back, Deanna Leigh, a 23-year-old travel vlogger from the United Kingdom, posted a hilarious video on Instagram about how she unexpectedly fell in love with India's 'Swach Bharat" jingle. She said, 'I heard it all the time in Jodhpur. I thought it was just a fun song people sang every morning." Deanna had no idea that the catchy tune blaring from loudspeakers was a call to take out the trash. She said, 'I didn't know. I just thought it was a cheerful morning tune." Sharing her opinion, Deanna wrote, 'My new favourite song in India! At one point, this was all I would hear in the mornings. I had no clue what it meant… but damn, what a banger!" In the video, a garbage truck is shown rolling down the street while playing charming music, leaving Deanna both amazed and fascinated. Prasoon Joshi wrote the song Swachh Bharat Ka Irada, which was sung by Kailash Kher. First Published:
