Dard-e-Disco

2025

INTRODUCTION

Dard-e-Disco is a nostalgic musical journey that pays tribute to the golden age of Bollywood disco — an era where timeless melodies met the pulsating energy of the dance floor. Honoring the iconic works of visionaries like Bappi Lahiri, Kalyanji-Anandji, and Biddu, the concert celebrates their groundbreaking compositions in all their glory, infused with an avant-garde twist. Focusing on the era’s unforgettable anthems, the performance revives the glamour, rhythm, and spirit that defined a generation. With powerful vocals, vibrant arrangements, and bold stagecraft, Dard-e-Disco creates an immersive experience that bridges eras. It’s a celebration of music that transcended borders and genres, where Bollywood’s melodic richness merged seamlessly with the global sound of disco. This evocative tribute invites audiences to relive the magic of a dazzling time, wrapped in a soundscape that feels both timeless and thrillingly alive.

Commissioned by Serendipity Arts for Serendipity Arts Festival 2025.

Curated by:

Bickram Ghosh

Venue:

The Arena at Nagalli Hills Ground

Date:

17 December 2025

Time:

7 PM

Duration:

120 mins

Artists:

Vijay Benedict, Shaan, Iman Chakrabarty, Anjana Padmanabhan – Vocals 

Keenda Mary Dsouza, Suman Sherpali, Nagima Shaikh, Roshan Sunar – Dancers

 

The 5th Note Band

Anupam Deghatak – Congas

Samit Pednekar – Indian Congo & Percussions

Sachin Sawant – Tabla, Dholak

Vinod Deure – Octapads

Chirag Panchal – Keyboards

Kiran Gaikwad – Keyboards

Sachin Tawde – Keyboards

Suresh Iyer – Bass Guitar

Nagesh Koli – Saxophone

 

Rhythm Shaw – Electric Guitar 

Arun Kumar – Drums

Navdhara India Dance Theatre – Dancer

Nitin Joshi – Sound Engineer

Harshawardhan Pathak – Light Designer

Commissioned by Serendipity Arts Foundation for Serendipity Arts Festival 2025

All 2019 Grants