Falguni Rawal on Marathon Nights and Meaning It
In a rare sit-down, Falguni Rawal talks about the discipline behind her marathon Garba sets and why she blends tradition with modern arrangement.
Rahul Thakkar
Music & Culture Correspondent
Rahul Thakkar
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.
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