About: Kanwal

In conversation with one of India’s finest singers, Kavita Krishnamurthy, we explore her remarkable journey in music and her inspirations. Known for her versatile voice, she shares insights on her creative process, the fusion of traditional and contemporary styles, and the challenges she faced in the industry.

Kavita reflects on memorable collaborations with renowned composers and the joy of connecting with audiences. Her passion for music shines through, inspiring aspiring artists to embrace their uniqueness. Join us as we celebrate the melodic journey of Kavita Krishnamurthy, a true icon in the music world.

Do tune in for the interview, recorded many years back – yet again today, 20th October, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.

Master Saleem, also known as Saleem Shahzada, is an Indian singer who is known for his work as a devotional singer and also as a playback singer in Bollywood films, like Heyy Babyy (2007), Dostana and Love Aaj Kal (2009). He has also released several private albums of Punjabi Music and Sufi music.

Master Saleem was born as Saleem (Saleem Shahzada), in Shahkot, near Jalandhar, Punjab. He is the son of the famous Sufi singer Ustad Puran Shah Koti, who was also the guru of folk singers, Hans Raj Hans, Jasbir Jassi, Sabar Koti, and Diljaan. At the age of six Saleem also became his disciple and started learning to sing. Courtesy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Master_Saleem

This conversation is simply not to be missed – You will love the way Master Saleem tells us about his journey, his family, his friends and so much more – Tune – in for sure on our show, From our Archives, today, 12th October, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST

Dr. Rita Yadava, M.D. specializes in Pediatrics and Pediatric Neurology and has been practicing since 1986, though she is currently semi-retired. She serves on the Medical Advisory Board of Easter Seals DuPage, the Board of Directors of Giant Steps Autism School, and the Board of Directors of the National Indo-American Museum.

Dr. Yadava has a special interest in children with developmental and behavioral disabilities. She is a passionate advocate for gun safety, community health, and reproductive rights. She is also mom to Nina and Gaurav, and Nani to Nina’s two daughters.& Dadi to Gaurav’s three sons. 

We talked to Dr. Rita about the Gun Safety Reforms and much more around the topic.

Do tune – in today and tomorrow, 11th and 12th October, and again on  MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.

Kanwalit Singh is a wonderful Indian actor who has performed in films as well as television serials. He has acted in Hindi and Punjabi films. His contributions towards these mediums has been immense. Some of his works include TV series and films like Buniyaad, Saans, Satte Pe Satta, Jee Aayan Nu, Asa Nu Maan Watna Da and so many more.

The conversation goes back many years – to how life took Kanwaljit towards films, about his very famous works – from Television to films, and much more – beyond films — about his wife and how he first met her, and much more.

Do tune in for the interview, recorded many years back – yet again today, on our show, From our Archives, today, 27th September, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.

Jaspal Singh Bhatti was an Indian television personality known for his satirical take on the problems of the common man. He is most well known for his television series Flop Show, Full Tension and mini capsules Ulta Pulta, which ran in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Jaspal Singh Bhatti was commonly known as “King of Comedy” and also “King of Satire”. He carried out various anti corruption crusades in Chandigarh. His frontal attack on issues like redtapism, nepotism, and corruption was both comic and awakening for masses.

In 2013, Jaspal Singh Bhatti was (posthumously) honored with the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award. Courtesy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaspal_Bhatti

Today, as we remember Jaspal Singh Bhatti, do listen – in this conversation, recorded many years back, today, 16th September, on our show, From our Archives, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST

Alisha Chinai is a very popular Indian pop singer known for her Indi-pop albums as well as playback singing in Hindi cinema.

This conversation, recorded many years back, revolves around her journey – going back to the years when she started singing, to the many albums she recorded, to doing play back singing for many Bollywood films. Alisha also talks about her childhood days – and yes, a beautiful message for you. And not to miss are the many songs that she rendered that we would be airing, today, on the show, From our Archives.

Do listen – in to it, for sure, today, 1st September, on our Hindi Radio Show, From our Archives, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 5:00 PM – EST

Asha Bhosle, is a household name – an Indian playback singer, known for her versatility, described as one of the most influential and successful singers in Hindi Cinema. In her career spanning over eight decades she has recorded songs for films and albums in various Indian languages.

Asha Bhosle has received several accolades including two National Film Awards, four BFJA Awards, eighteen Maharashtra State Film Awards, nine Filmfare Awards including a Lifetime Achievement Award and a record seven Filmfare Awards for Best Female Playback Singer[, in addition to two Grammy nominations. In 2000, she was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s highest award in the field of cinema. In 2008, she was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian honour of the country. Courtesy https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asha_Bhosle

Do tune in for the interview, recorded many years back – yet again today, 19th August, on our show, From our Archives, on MeraSangeet Gold at 2:00 PM EST and on MeraSangeet USA at 3:00 PM – EST.