Vipul Rikhi

Rikhi, who recently launched his book, Drunk on Love: An Essential Introduction to the Life, Ideas and Poetry of Kabir, reveals that it is the two poets’ musings about love, albeit in different eras, that unites them and allows for a pleasing confluence. “Khusro talks of love in the words of a Sufi, whereas Kabir talks in terms of bhakti, but at the end of the day, they talk of the same kind of love — love for the beloved, for the gurus and for the divine,” he remarks.

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Armed with the humble tambura — a four-stringed Rajasthani folk music staple — Rikhi will deliver unplugged renditions. As he gears to perform his hour-long set, the musician adds, “Folk songs are simple and direct. There are no complex arrangements or instrumentations involved. However, the energy that the songs and poetry carry are immense. When I’m performing, I can feel the energy flow through my audience. Watching them fall in love with poetry is a gift that keeps on giving.”

On: Today; 6.30 pm
At: Anaahat, New India Society, Juhu. 
Call: 9870201485
Cost: Rs 999

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