Soumya Vajpayee is the Senior Editor (Lifestyle & City) for Hindustan Times HT City (Mumbai and Pune) and writes on music, entertainment and lifestyle.
Articles by Soumya Vajpayee
Sonu Nigam on 25 years of Bijuriya: People go crazy about my step even now
As his 1999 hit clocks 25 years coinciding with HT City's 25th anniversary, Sonu Nigam shares why the song is among his favourites.
Published on Feb 07, 2024 04:33 PM IST
Satranga maker Shreyas Puranik: I wanted to get back on stage with my own song
The composer of the Animal hit song returns to his college for a show, accompanied by his singer-wife, Aishwarya
Published on Feb 06, 2024 12:21 PM IST
Amit Trivedi on 15 years of Dev.D: Thought it would be my first and last film
As the film clocks 15 years today, composer Amit Trivedi shares how he wasn't sure of how the soundtrack would be received, forget the cult status.
Published on Feb 06, 2024 12:02 PM IST
Shankar Mahadevan on Grammy win: I felt proud to represent India
Singer Shankar Mahadevan gets talking about his Grammy win.
Published on Feb 05, 2024 04:41 PM IST
(Exclusive) Rakesh Chaurasia on winning two Grammys: It felt overwhelming
The flautist connects with HT City soon after the ceremony in Los Angeles to express his joy of winning two awards at his Grammy debut.
Updated on Feb 05, 2024 02:18 PM IST
(Exclusive) V Selvaganesh on Grammy win for Shakti: This Moment matters the most
Talking to HT City after the ceremony in LA, percussionist V Selvaganesh talks about winning the Grammy; calls it the ‘best moment of my life’
Updated on Feb 05, 2024 02:19 PM IST
How musicians take care of physical and mental health amid constant touring?
With exhaustive travel and constantly changing geography for musicians tell us how they look after their health.
Updated on Jan 31, 2024 03:34 PM IST
(Exclusive) SANAM band drummer Keshav Dhanraj to marry Marcia on Valentine’s Day
SANAM band drummer Keshav Dhanraj will have a church wedding with Marcia D'Souza on February 14.
Published on Jan 31, 2024 01:46 PM IST
Sonu Nigam: Felt my mum’s presence while singing at the Ram Mandir
The singer was the first person to perform during the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Mandir
Published on Jan 24, 2024 11:41 AM IST
Shankar Mahadevan: Singing at Ram Mandir has been my most cherished experience
The musican performed a
Published on Jan 24, 2024 11:37 AM IST
Talat Aziz, Harshdeep Kaur, Shreyas Puranik to enthral the audience in Mumbai
Several musicians will take the stage at a concert today to mark late politician Balasaheb Thackeray's 98th birth anniversary.
Published on Jan 23, 2024 03:23 PM IST
MLA Santosh Sambre: Singing Ram bhajan at Rafi sahab’s home was magical
The politician-musician talks about his love for Mohammed Rafi and how he enjoyed singing the the late veteran's songs
Published on Jan 22, 2024 06:11 PM IST
Malini Awasthi at Ram Mandir Ayodhya: I fasted till the sthapana and aarti
Having been part of the celebrations in Ayodhya for a week, Padma Shri Malini Awasthi about her plans for the ceremony today.
Published on Jan 22, 2024 12:21 PM IST
Sonu Nigam: I’ll be part a dinner hosted by the trustees of the Ram Mandir
The Padma Shri recipient talks about his prep for the Ayodhya visit and his love for devotional music.
Published on Jan 20, 2024 04:48 PM IST
Ahead of Ram Mandir consecration, musicians go singing Ram bhajans
With just three days to go for the Ram Temple consecration in Ayodhya, we look at some recently released songs celebrating the deity.
Updated on Jan 21, 2024 09:44 PM IST
Neeti Mohan: Indie music allows you to express yourself
Shagnaa singer Neeti Mohan loves the freedom independent music offers; says she is drawn towards good music, irrespective of the medium
Published on Jan 18, 2024 06:56 PM IST
(Army Day) Sonu Nigam owes his career to Sandese Aate Hain, a song for the Army
On Army Day, Padma Shri Sonu Nigam talks about singing over 10 songs dedicated to the Army and his favourite song.
Published on Jan 15, 2024 05:07 PM IST
Rahul-Disha: With Navya in our lives, this Makar Sankranti is extra special
In an exclusive shoot, musician Rahul Vaidya and Disha Parmar talk about Makar Sankranti and their excitement of celebrating the festival with their newborn.
Published on Jan 15, 2024 04:54 PM IST
Ustad Zakir Hussain to receive Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan Award
The tabla maestro will be honoured with the Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan Award on January 17.
Published on Jan 14, 2024 05:24 PM IST
(Exclusive) B Praak on Lohri: My son enjoys Lohri the same way I did as a kid
Musician B Praak talks about his love for Lohri and how his son celebrates it with the same kind of enthusiasm.
Published on Jan 13, 2024 04:03 PM IST
(Exclusive) Sanam Puri and Zuchobeni Tungoe are married: It feels great
In an exclusive chat with us after his wedding, musician Sanam Puri talks about his dreamy wedding and how it's the best feeling.
Published on Jan 11, 2024 05:08 PM IST
(EXCLUSIVE) OneRepublic: We are obsessed with India
OneRepublic lead vocalist Ryan Tedder says they cannot wait to visit India again.
Published on Jan 09, 2024 09:56 PM IST
Sonu Nigam: For me, turning 50 was the highlight of 2023
In the first-ever shoot at his Karjat farmhouse, Sonu Nigam talks about the year that saw him rock the film and non-film music space.
Updated on Dec 27, 2023 06:08 PM IST
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Satranga composer Shreyas Puranik: People who wouldn't take my calls are now off
The composer of the chart-topping number Satranga from Animal says the song's success has turned things around for him.
Updated on Dec 26, 2023 12:44 PM IST
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Raghav Mathur: Divine has been at the forefront of pushing India's rap scene
The musician talks about his recent collab with the rapper and how Indian artistes are looked at differently now.
Published on Dec 22, 2023 12:09 PM IST
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Indian musicians share their pre-concert rituals
From eating French fries to working out, musicians talk about their pre-concert rituals and how they help them thrive on stage.
Published on Dec 20, 2023 01:21 PM IST
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Akriti on taking stage 28 days after delivery: Blessed to have a strong support
Singer Akriti Kakar got back to performing at live shows less than a month after giving birth to son Mehraan.
Published on Dec 07, 2023 12:50 PM IST
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Daler Mehndi: Technology can make even a bad performer look good
The singer talks about the importance of good light and sound during a gig; shares how the audience has evolved
Published on Dec 02, 2023 10:27 PM IST
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Len Faki: Happy to see techno grow in India
The Turkish-German DJ, who started his first three-city India tour today, talks about his love for Indian culture and food.
Published on Dec 02, 2023 12:26 AM IST
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Best places to visit in and around Shillong, the Scotland of the East!
Planning a trip to the beautiful city of Shillong? Here’s our recommendation for the places you must visit
Published on Dec 01, 2023 11:59 AM IST
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