28th February 2025: Get ready for an extraordinary celebration of independent music and talent as Hungama Artist Aloud and Exhicon present Independent Together, scheduled to take place on March 2nd, 2025, at Phoenix Market City, Kurla (Mumbai), 4pm onwards. Returning for its 2nd edition post-pandemic and 4th edition overall, this highly anticipated event will bring together dynamic artists from a wide range of creative domains, including music, comedy, poetry, storytelling, shayari, and dance, under one roof to celebrate creativity in all its glory.
Adding to the excitement, Independent Together will welcome the renowned Lifafa, bringing his signature sound and artistic prowess to the event. The evening will also feature a thrilling lineup of performances, showcasing established and emerging talent through diverse artistic showcases. As an evolving IP, this edition will further expand its footprint by integrating a multi-artist, multi-genre, and multi-language format, solidifying its position as a hub for artistic expression.
Key Event Highlights Include:
- Headlining Act – Lifafa: Known for his captivating stage presence, and genre-blending sound, Lifafa is set to deliver an unforgettable performance.
- Diverse performances: Independent artists will take the stage across music, comedy, poetry, storytelling, shayari, and dance, with engaging 5–7-minute sets.
- College Competition: 10 selected musicians/ bands will battle for a global distribution and marketing deal through Hungama Artist Aloud.
- Featured Performances: A selection of well-known and emerging talent will perform 15–25-minute sets in music and poetry.
- Market Experience by Urban Market: Attendees can explore interactive stalls and creative activities curated by Urban Market.
This year’s lineup features an incredible mix of independent artists across various creative fields. Music enthusiasts can look forward to performances by Ritvik Munjal, winner of multiple awards at The Indian Music Awards 2024, Shaurya Mehta, who has a great social following, and Harman Kalsi, an emerging Punjabi music artist known for his heartfelt lyrics and catchy beats. Hip-hop lovers will witness a high-energy act by Ace aka Mumbai’s Finest, a pioneer of rap in India. Poetry lovers can experience Aalok Shrivastav’s acclaimed poetic journey, Aaloknama, as he weaves words with depth and emotion. Adding to the excitement, Mihir Joshi, host of The MJ Show Podcast and WWE Hindi Commentator, will bring his signature blend of music and engaging conversation. The dynamic vocal trio Queendom who believes in woman empowerment and celebration will further elevate the festival with their unique harmonies and outspoken lyrical style.
Soumini Sridhara Paul, Senior Vice President, Hungama Artist Aloud, stated, “At Hungama Artist Aloud, we are deeply committed to empowering independent artists by offering them a platform to showcase their talent. ‘Independent Together’ embodies this vision perfectly uniting diverse artistic voices in a true celebration of creative expression. I look forward to an evening that not only celebrates the richness of art but also inspires and paves the way for the next generations of artists.”
Asab Mehdi, Chief Experience Office of Exhicon, shared, “Exhicon is proud to partner with Hungama Artist Aloud for Independent Together, an event that perfectly aligns with our goal of creating impactful platforms that celebrate creativity and artistic expression with our expertise in Production. ‘Independent Together’ offers a unique opportunity to showcase talented independent artists, and we are excited to present an event that unites musicians, poets, performers, and creatives in a shared celebration of art, culture, and innovation.”
Independent Together is supported by Red FM as the Radio Partner, Bright as the Hoarding Partner, Colombian Brew Café as the Gifting Partner, Urban Market as Activity Partner, Induka Movie India as College Talent Partner and Malgudi as the Food Partner.
