Synopsis
Ajivasan Vasantotsav 2025, hosted by Acharya Jialal Vasant Sangeet Niketan, celebrated the legacy of its founder while honoring remarkable musical talents. Veteran actor Nana Patekar emphasized music's ability to unite and inspire during this significant event.Key Takeaways
- Ajivasan Vasantotsav celebrates Acharya Jialal Vasant Ji's legacy.
- The festival honored legendary musicians like Hridaynath Mangeshkar and Zakir Hussain.
- Nana Patekar highlighted music's unifying power.
- The Ustad Zakir Hussain Award was launched to inspire future musicians.
- The event was especially memorable as it coincided with Zakir Hussain's birthday.
Mumbai, March 10 (NationPress) The esteemed Acharya Jialal Vasant Sangeet Niketan hosted the Ajivasan Vasantotsav 2025. This annual celebration paid homage to the remarkable legacy of its illustrious founder, Acharya Jialal Vasant Ji.
The festival also honored some of the most exceptional musical talents of our era.
This year’s Ajivasan Vasantotsav 2025 attracted numerous illustrious figures from the music and arts community, including Sh. Suresh Wadkar Ji, Sh. Anup Jalota Ji, Sh. Sonu Nigam Ji, Sh. Hridaynath Mangeshkar Ji, Smt. Kaushiki Chakraborty Ji, Sh. Ashish Shelar Ji, and Sh. Nana Patekar Ji.
“Ajivasan Vasantotsav transcends a mere music festival; it serves as a tribute to the enduring legacy of Acharya Jialal Vasant Ji and the rich heritage of Indian classical music. This year was particularly poignant as we honored the iconic Padma Shri Hridaynath Mangeshkar Ji and paid our respects to Ustad Zakir Hussain Ji, whose involvement has always been pivotal to this festival. The introduction of the Ustad Zakir Hussain Award is a splendid initiative that will motivate future generations of musicians. It was a privilege to partake in such a heartfelt and significant evening,” expressed Padma Shri Suresh Wadkar.
Veteran actor Nana Patekar remarked, “Ajivasan Vasantotsav embodies a legacy of pure music, discipline, and devotion that Acharya Jialal Vasant Ji instilled across generations. Being part of this homage, particularly on a day dedicated to the legendary Ustad Zakir Hussain Ji, is truly an honor. Music has the power to unite, heal, and inspire, and tonight was a testament to that everlasting truth.”
This year’s Ajivasan Vasantotsav 2025 held special sentimental value as it coincided with the birthday of Ustad Zakir Hussain on March 9.
The tabla maestro has graced this event for many years. To honor him, the inaugural Ustad Zakir Hussain Award was introduced—an initiative aimed at celebrating and inspiring the most talented musicians of the future.
