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Badlapur’s Sitaram Raul Performs Traditional Drum in London
✍️ News18 Marathi
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 05:46 AM
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Traditional percussionist Sitaram Raul from Badlapur showcased his drumming talent on a stage in London, highlighting Indian folk music abroad.
Sitaram Raul, a percussion artist hailing from Badlapur in Maharashtra, performed a traditional drum recital in London. The appearance marked his first known presentation on an international stage, bringing a piece of Indian folk rhythm to a foreign audience.
The performance was part of a cultural showcase that aimed to promote Indian musical heritage abroad. Raul’s drumming, rooted in regional styles, offered listeners a glimpse of the rhythmic patterns typical of his hometown.
Audience members responded positively, noting the energy and authenticity of the performance. Cultural observers said such appearances help strengthen people‑to‑people ties between India and the United Kingdom.
Raul’s London stint underscores the growing interest in Indian traditional arts on global platforms, encouraging more artists from smaller towns to seek opportunities overseas.
The event also highlighted the role of diaspora communities in supporting and facilitating cultural exchanges, ensuring that regional art forms reach wider audiences.
The performance was part of a cultural showcase that aimed to promote Indian musical heritage abroad. Raul’s drumming, rooted in regional styles, offered listeners a glimpse of the rhythmic patterns typical of his hometown.
Audience members responded positively, noting the energy and authenticity of the performance. Cultural observers said such appearances help strengthen people‑to‑people ties between India and the United Kingdom.
Raul’s London stint underscores the growing interest in Indian traditional arts on global platforms, encouraging more artists from smaller towns to seek opportunities overseas.
The event also highlighted the role of diaspora communities in supporting and facilitating cultural exchanges, ensuring that regional art forms reach wider audiences.