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Brief: Indian singer and composer Shankar Mahadevan finally returned to India after winning the Grammy with Indian tabla player and composer Zakir Hussain. Shankar interacted with the media when he was spotted at the airport and stated that Zakir Hussain is the final word in rhythm for him. He also mentioned that there is nobody like him and nobody can be. Shankar takes Zakir as his Guru, his mentor. He added that they have got the Grammy home and feel privileged to be able to perform Indian music and showcase Indian Culture on a world stage. Watch the full video for more!

On the eve of India’s 77th Independence Day, three-time Grammy Award winner Ricky Kej released a rendition of India’s National Anthem recorded with the largest orchestra ever at the iconic Abbey Road Studios in London. The recording of ‘Jana Gana Mana’ features a 100-piece British orchestra from the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO). Taking to Twitter, Ricky Kej wrote, “A few days ago, I conducted a 100-piece British orchestra, The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra to perform India’s National Anthem at the legendary Abbey Road Studios, London. This is the largest orchestra ever to record India`s National Anthem and it is spectacular! The "Jaya He" at the end gave me goosebumps. Felt great as an Indian composer.” Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the version of India’s National Anthem and said, “It will make every Indian proud.”