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Spiritual rap and classical Kathak unite for Janmashtami hit ‘Main Hi Krishna Main Hi Ram’
✍️ PTC Punjabi
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 04:48 AM
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Anshul Choubey and Dev‑Rishi have released ‘Main Hi Krishna Main Hi Ram’, a Janmashtami track that blends rap lyrics with Kathak dance, premiered on PTC Punjabi.
PTC Punjabi aired a new Janmashtami song titled “Main Hi Krishna Main Hi Ram” on the occasion of the 2026 festival. The track is a collaborative effort between rapper Anshul Choubey and classical Kathak artist Dev‑Rishi, aiming to fuse contemporary spiritual rap with traditional dance forms.
The composition features Choubey’s verses that invoke the divine personas of Krishna and Ram, while Dev‑Rishi provides Kathak choreography and melodic interludes rooted in classical Indian music. The artists said the project seeks to present age‑old mythology in a language that resonates with today’s youth.
Early reactions on social media highlight the novelty of the blend, noting that the rap‑Kathak combination offers a fresh devotional experience without compromising either genre’s integrity. The performance is expected to be part of broader Janmashtami celebrations across the country.
The composition features Choubey’s verses that invoke the divine personas of Krishna and Ram, while Dev‑Rishi provides Kathak choreography and melodic interludes rooted in classical Indian music. The artists said the project seeks to present age‑old mythology in a language that resonates with today’s youth.
Early reactions on social media highlight the novelty of the blend, noting that the rap‑Kathak combination offers a fresh devotional experience without compromising either genre’s integrity. The performance is expected to be part of broader Janmashtami celebrations across the country.