Ricky Kej Launches New National Anthem Rendition, Sets Guinness World Record

Grammy Award-winning musician Ricky Kej launched a new rendition of India's National Anthem in Bengaluru, featuring top classical musicians and nearly 14,000 students from the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences. The launch, hosted by The Leela Palaces, marked a Guinness World Record and celebrated the convergence of diverse musical genres.

Renowned musician Ricky Kej has unveiled an innovative rendition of India's National Anthem in Bengaluru. The event, held on August 9, featured celebrated classical musicians and nearly 14,000 students, establishing a new Guinness World Record.

Kej, a three-time Grammy Award winner, highlighted the city's evolving musical landscape, blending traditional beats with contemporary sounds. Hosted by The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts, the launch also coincided with the hotel chain's recognition among the top three World's Best Hotel Brands for 2024 by Travel + Leisure USA readers.

The new National Anthem, accessible to the public from August 14, showcases the artistry of renowned musicians including bansuri maestros Pandit Hariprasad Chaurasia and Rakesh Chaurasia, santoor maestro Rahul Sharma, and several others. Kej emphasized the importance of collaboration and music as tools for positive social impact and cultural unity.

(With inputs from agencies.)