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Javed Akhtar: Producers for whom I wrote super-hit films, boycotted me

Javed Akhtar: Producers for whom I wrote super-hit films, boycotted me

In a chat with Mid-day's Sit With Hitlist, Javed Akhtar recalls boycott calls from Bollywood producers after passing the Copyright Amendment Act 2012, fighting for lyricist royalties

10 May,2025 10:00 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
How musicians are using their music to raise awareness about the environment

How musicians are using their music to raise awareness about the environment

Musicians across the world are increasingly using their platforms to raise awareness about environmental issues, blending artistry with activism to inspire change

04 May,2025 08:22 AM IST | Mumbai | Spandana Bhura
Bangladeshi artists Mumzy and Muza release new single 'Ki Kori'

Bangladeshi artists Mumzy and Muza release new single 'Ki Kori'

The poignant track aims to tap into the power of unspoken emotions, as it delves into the delicate balance between love, longing and the fear of vulnerability

02 April,2025 12:34 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Discover the history of Bombay Jazz through this play at Prithvi Theatre

Discover the history of Bombay Jazz through this play at Prithvi Theatre

As it returns to Prithvi Theatre, we relive the story of Bombay Jazz that shines a light on a forgotten generation of pioneers whose influences continue to reign over the city’s pop culture

02 April,2025 09:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar
Shreya Ghoshal on lack of women artists in Indian music industry

Shreya Ghoshal on lack of women artists in Indian music industry

Singer Shreya Ghoshal recently opened up about what the music industry in India lacks including a concerning lack of women artists. She said that opportunities by female vocals are being reduced

10 March,2025 10:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Meet Paroma, the celebrity DJ carving her path to equality in music

Meet Paroma, the celebrity DJ carving her path to equality in music

Starting out in the early 2010s, the Mumbai-based DJ has seen the industry evolve to see female DJs carve their own space. In an exclusive interview with mid-day, DJ Paroma dives into her journey and how she cancelled out the noise to find her true calling in music

05 March,2025 03:06 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto
Attend this enchanting performance in Mumbai that celebrates femininity

Attend this enchanting performance in Mumbai that celebrates femininity

In a concert that weaves together the Western Classical and Hindustani forms, singer-composer Cheryl Bains will transpose epics of Indian goddesses to the operatic stage

05 March,2025 09:48 AM IST | Mumbai | Shriram Iyengar
Coke Studio Bharat Season 3: A powerhouse lineup set to redefine Indian music!

Coke Studio Bharat Season 3: A powerhouse lineup set to redefine Indian music!

This season promises to elevate the music scene even further, showcasing a powerful lineup of artists who blend contemporary vibes with deep-rooted traditions

13 February,2025 05:12 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Jonas brothers' 20 year note gives fans panic attack, here's why

Jonas brothers' 20 year note gives fans panic attack, here's why

The Jonas brothers have completed 20 years. The band that includes musicians Kevin, Joe and Nick Jonas was formed when they were kids and is one of the most popular bands globally

13 February,2025 10:21 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Union Budget 2025: ‘Invest in infrastructure for music tourism’

Union Budget 2025: ‘Invest in infrastructure for music tourism’

As the Union Budget 2025 unfolds today, the live music entertainment industry which has grown by leaps and bounds in the last year, wants more allocation towards music tourism, subsidies and more

01 February,2025 09:23 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto

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