Rohirang by Mir Mukhtiyar Ali

Name: Rohirang by Mir Mukhtiyar Ali
Start: 2025-03-29T20:00:00+05:30
Location: Studio Theatre, Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre

Schedule

Sat, 29 Mar, 2025 at 08:00 pm

UTC+05:30

Location

Studio Theatre, Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre | Mumbai, MH

Immerse yourself in Mir Mukhtiyar Ali’s soulful Sufi music through a raw, evocative, and deeply transformative performance straight from the semi-nomadic Mirasi community of Rajasthan’s Thar Desert. The soul-stirring strains of music have the power to transcend time and space, carrying listeners into a world of devotion and mysticism. Few voices embody this tradition as effortlessly as that of Mir Mukhtiyar Ali. Rooted in the poetic depth of Sufiyana Kalaam, his music seamlessly bridges the raw, earthy essence of Rajasthani folk with the intricate nuances of classical traditions, creating an experience that is both timeless and transformative. Born into the semi-nomadic Mirasi community in Rajasthan’s Thar Desert, Mukhtiyar Ali represents the 26th generation of Sufi musicians dedicated to preserving this sacred art form. Trained under his father from an early age, his remarkable talent emerged in childhood and has since flourished on both national and international stages. Beyond his solo performances, he has collaborated with a diverse range of artists, including Mathias Duplessy, Shabnam Virmani, and Paul Jacob, lending his powerful voice to film soundtracks such as Ship of Theseus, Finding Fanny, and Bombay Summer. Mukhtiyar Ali remains a torchbearer of Sufi music, ensuring that its poetic legacy continues to resonate with audiences across the world. His performance is an invitation into a realm where music and mysticism intertwine, leaving an indelible mark on the soul.