Kcc Adda with Srikanto Acharya & Tapan Sinha
Brishti Tomake Dilam
Venue: KCC 4th Floor Hall 1, KCC 4th Floor Hall 2
Date: 26 Aug, 2026
Kolkata Centre for Creativity presents KCC Adda with Srikanta Acharya, a curated evening of music and conversation centred on the cultural memory of Bengali Adhunik gaan. Conceived as an intimate and interactive gathering, the session explores the musical landscape that shaped urban Bengali sensibilities during the emerging decades. One of the most influential voices of his generation, Srikanto Acharya emerged at a pivotal moment in Bengali music, bringing together the discipline of classical training and the emotional immediacy of Adhunik Gaan. Through his acclaimed recordings and collaborations with leading musicians of Bengal, he became an integral part of a musical movement that redefined the aesthetics of modern Bengali listening culture. Moving beyond the conventional concert format, the adda invites audiences into a shared space of reflection, storytelling, and live musical engagement. Revisiting songs that continue to evoke collective nostalgia, the evening celebrates not only an artist's journey but also a defining chapter in Bengal's contemporary cultural history.
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KCC Adda presents an intimate evening of music and conversation with acclaimed Bengali singer Srikanto Acharya and Tapan Sinha, exploring the songs, stories, and memories that have shaped Bengali Adhunik gaan.
Through live performances, conversations, and shared recollections, the evening will revisit the musical landscape of the 1990s and 2000s and the enduring appeal of its melodies. Brishti Tomake Dilam offers audiences an opportunity to listen to familiar songs in a new context while discovering the stories and cultural moments connected to them.
Known for his soulful voice and expressive interpretations, Srikanto Acharya has been a prominent presence in Bengali music since the beginning of his professional career in 1996. His repertoire spans Rabindra Sangeet, Bengali Adhunik gaan, and film music, with popular albums including Moner Janala, Hey Bondhu Hey Priyo, Ek Jhank Pakhi, Brishti Tomake Dilam, Nodir Chhobi Aanki, Ghuri, Jibon Chhobi, and Musafiriana.
Joining him, Tapan Sinha brings his own perspective and musical experience to this special KCC Adda, creating a space where songs, stories, and memories come together. Together, they will revisit a defining period in Bengali popular music and reflect on the songs that continue to resonate with listeners across generations.
Srikanto Acharya is one of the most acclaimed contemporary Bengali singers, celebrated for his soulful voice and interpretations of Rabindra Sangeet, Bengali modern songs, and film music. He received formal training in Rabindra Sangeet from Dakshinee and also trained in tabla under Ustad Ali Ahmed Khan.
Tapan Sinha joins Srikanto Acharya for this special edition of KCC Adda, contributing to an evening centred on Bengali music, memories, and musical conversations.
