Mahesh Kale, the National Award-winning vocalist based in San Francisco, is not just a performer; he’s a cultural ambassador, captivating global audiences with the rich tradition of Hindustani Classical Music. Fresh off his successful ‘Abhangwari’ concert tour in India, Kale has embarked on yet another an ambitious journey, performing eight concerts for Diwali in just eight days across India - Kolkata, Dehradun, Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nashik and Vadodara.
Mahesh Kale enthralled the audiences across Maharashtra with a series of soul-stirring Diwali concerts in Mumbai (held in Thane, Dadar, and Vile Parle) as well as in Pune and Nashik. At each venue, he was greeted with a thunderous reception, reflecting the deep admiration his music inspires. Notably, in Pune and Thane, devoted fans gathered as early as 6 am, eager to immerse themselves in Kale’s exceptional renditions. The concerts showcased a mesmerising blend of classical raagas and his original compositions, with Kale’s own bandishes adding a personal touch that resonated deeply with listeners.
At his recent performance held at the Parle Tilak Vidyalaya in Vile Parle East, Mumbai, Mahesh Kale enchanted a crowd that braved intense heat at the open-air venue to witness his artistry. The evening was magical, as Kale performed some of the finest Hindustani Classical raagas against a backdrop of Diwali fireworks illuminating the Mumbai sky. His repertoire included popular songs like Lagi Karejwa Katar, Avigat Nath Niranjan Deva, Deva Gharache Dnyat Kunala, He Surano Chandra Vha, Janmo Janmi Aamhi Bahu Punya Kele, and Kanada Raja Pandharicha, among others. The evening was graced by noted actors Upendra Limaye, Makrand Deshpande, Jitendra Joshi (who also anchored the show), Ishitta Arun, and musician Dhruv Ghanekar, all of whom were seen enjoying the performance.
Despite receiving numerous offers from popular entertainment, and although he lives abroad as a young artist, Kale remains firmly rooted in the pure form of Classical Music. Rather than following popular trends to gain fame, he chooses to honour the rich traditions and depth of this art form. Despite holding a degree in Engineering Management from the US and the potential for a lucrative career in Silicon Valley, he chooses to dedicate himself to Classical Music. For Kale, this commitment goes beyond career choices—it is a mission to bring the unadulterated beauty of Hindustani Classical Music to audiences worldwide.
