About Halo Re Halo
The pulse of Garba, worldwide.
Halo Re Halo is a premium digital magazine dedicated to Garba, Gujarati music, and the global community that gathers each Navratri to dance the nine nights. We cover the artists, the events, the culture, and the craft with the seriousness and care the tradition deserves.
We are independent, reader-supported, and obsessed with getting the details right — from the tuning of a dhol to the stitch on a chaniya choli. Whether you are a lifelong dancer or stepping into your first circle, we are here to help you understand and love this tradition more deeply.
Our promise
Honest reporting, beautiful storytelling, and a deep respect for the people and communities we cover. No filler, no fluff — just the pulse of Garba, worldwide.
The Team
Meera Desai
Editor-in-Chief
Meera has covered Gujarati arts and music for over a decade, from village chaniya-choli workshops to sold-out arena Garba. She founded Halo Re Halo to give the tradition the serious journalism it deserves.
Rahul Thakkar
Music & Culture Correspondent
A trained tabla player turned journalist, Rahul writes about the sound of Navratri — the dhol, the sargam, and the artists reshaping the modern Garba stage.
Anjali Shah
Events Editor
Anjali maps the global Garba calendar, from Ahmedabad's heritage grounds to diaspora nights in New Jersey and London. If there is a beat worth dancing to, she has the guest list.
Kunal Patel
Staff Writer
Kunal covers the business and technology of live music, plus the guides and explainers that help first-timers step onto the Garba floor with confidence.
