KCC Offstage ft. Kabir Suman

Date: 25th July, 2025 

Time: 7:00 PM onwards 

Venue:  KCC Amphitheatre 


KCC Offstage returns with an unforgettable new chapter. In this third episode of Season 2, we are honoured to present Suman Ekhono Preme—a deeply personal, soul-stirring evening with the legendary Kabir Suman

In this rare format of music, memory, and candid conversation, Suman will revisit his most iconic anthems like Tomake Chai as well as rarely heard gems, reflecting on his lifelong romance—with music, protest, solitude, and the city of Kolkata. The evening promises an unfiltered journey into the mind of one of Bengal’s most original voices—a man still in love with language, truth, and rebellion. 

Blending performance with unscripted storytelling, this intimate session will uncover the truths behind the tunes, and the histories behind the harmonies. As with every Offstage edition, the distance between artist and audience disappears—leaving space only for shared emotion, vulnerability, and raw magic. 

Seats are limited. 

Join us for an evening where the personal meets the political, the poetic meets the passionate—and Suman Ekhono Preme becomes a moment to remember. 

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KCC Offstage is a series of exclusive, interactive, and intimate musical evenings where distinguished performing artists take centerstage, offering a rare glimpse into their artistic journey. Each session features renowned artists sharing captivating anecdotes, personal insights, and impromptu musical performances, forging a unique connection with the audience. KCC Offstage, launched in June 2024, now begins its second season with an eclectic line-up of musicians.</span>


ABOUT THE PERFORMER

Kabir Suman (formerly Suman Chattopadhyay) is a pioneering figure in modern Bengali music, credited with reshaping the soundscape of the 1990s through his iconic album Tomake Chai. Fusing personal expression with sharp political insight, he ushered in a bold new era of Bengali songwriting. 

Trained in Indian classical music and deeply influenced by Bob Dylan, Suman’s work bridges tradition and rebellion. His career spans music, journalism, theatre, and politics—serving as a Member of Parliament and composing for films like Jaatishwar, for which he won the National Film Award for Best Music Direction in 2014. 

Known for his lyrical honesty, experimental spirit, and deep connection to Kolkata, Suman remains a vital voice in Bengali culture—provocative, poetic, and powerfully relevant.