For three days, Literature Aaj Tak 2024 hosted a vibrant festival celebrating a blend of music, poetry, tales, and stories. The event commenced with Bhajan Samrat Anup Jalota's soulful rendition of the Saraswati Vandana and concluded with Shreya Ghoshal's enchanting melodies. Her spectacular performance was the perfect, melodious send-off for this remarkable session.
Shreya Ghoshal orchestrated a musical gathering that left everyone captivated. A substantial crowd gathered for this musical night, eager to hear her beautiful songs and catch a glimpse of the enchanting singer.
During Shreya's performance, the audience erupted in joyous dance. Many formed groups to dance, showcasing the massive hit of her live show.
On the platform of Literature Aaj Tak, Shreya delighted fans with a surprise performance: an unreleased version of the song 'Pihu Bole' from the movie 'Parineeta'.
She revealed that the songwriter Swanand Kirkire gifted her this song and permitted her to perform it anywhere. Shreya also shared her experience working with lyricist Gulzar, noting he still affectionately calls her 'Bachua'.
With songs like 'Manwa Lage', 'Teri Ore', 'Sami Sami', and more, Shreya had everyone dancing with joy. She explained why she chose to perform Swanand Kirkire’s song 'Soja Re', citing people's tendency to overthink and the importance of self-care.
Everyone who attended Shreya’s musical night was lost in her enchanting voice. People were capturing moments with their cameras, and the singer was at peak enthusiasm. Delhi’s vibrant crowd cheered Shreya vehemently, adding magic to the atmosphere.
This report explores how other stars also graced Literature Aaj Tak...
On the second evening, lyricist Gulzar enchanted the audience with stories and poetry. He revealed anecdotes from film songs and expressed admiration for the event, promising future participation.
Day three began with singer Jubin Nautiyal's melodious renditions. Jubin captivated the audience with his iconic songs while sharing his journey of struggle and success in the industry.
The audience enjoyed grooving to Badshah's beats and hearing his candid conversations about relationships, including candid talks on his bond with Pakistani actress Hania Amir and his rivalry with Honey Singh.
Actor-turned-politician Ravi Kishan expressed delight over the film 'Laapata Ladies' being Oscar-nominated and shared his bold views on the Bhojpuri industry and its future.
Aamir Khan's son, Junaid, made his debut both in the film industry and at Literature Aaj Tak's stage. He talked about his first film 'Maharaj' and the controversies surrounding it while sharing advice from his father.
Renowned for his Bhajans, Anup Jalota once again graced the Literature Aaj Tak stage. A loyal participant for years, Jai to Saraswati and Ganesh marked the beginning, and he shared his longstanding connection with the festival.
Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj and his wife Rekha provided an unforgettable musical experience, performing their hit songs 'Namak Ishq Ka' and 'Naina Thag Lenge'.
Actor Gulshan Devaiah showcased his sense of humor while discussing the differences between films and OTT platforms. He also thrilled the audience with a song and Punjabi dance.
Known for her bold statements, Taapsee Pannu openly discussed female-centric films and their impact on her career. She also praised Bollywood titans King Khan and Amitabh Bachchan.
Gurmeet Choudhary, Tahir Raj Bhasin, and Shweta Tripathi shared insights on their show 'Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhen'. Gurmeet discussed how he avoided being typecast in the role of Ram and shared his fitness secrets.
The cast of 'Bollywood Wives Versus Fabulous Lives' including Shalini Passi, Riddhima Kapoor, and Kalyani Saha Chawla, discussed how their lives changed post-show.
Divyendu Sharma and Pratik Gandhi promoted their movie 'Agni' at Literature Aaj Tak, openly discussing their struggles, love lives, and upcoming projects.
Punjabi singer Parmish inspired everyone with his struggle story, sharing how he achieved stardom. His fans went wild at the event as he expressed gratitude for his father's unwavering support.
(Credits: Arun Kumar/K Asif/Prem Singh Bisht/Chandradeep Kumar/Arun Kumar/Vidushi Mehrotra)