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Shreya strikes a note of devotion with her ‘Letters to Lata Didi’ concert
MUMBAI: Some concerts play to crowds, this one plays straight to the nation’s soul. In March 2026, Mumbai will host what promises to be one of India’s most stirring cultural moments as Shreya Ghoshal unveils Letters to Lata Didi her deeply personal, emotionally charged tribute to Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar. The once-in-a-lifetime concert takes place on 7 March 2026 at Jio World Garden, blending nostalgia, reverence and the sheer power of two legendary voices, one eternal, one carrying its legacy forward.
The evening is presented with Kotak Mahindra Bank – Solitaire as the title sponsor, and the ticketing rollout follows a tiered, high-demand schedule. Presale for Kotak credit cardholders opens 10 December, 12 pm, running until 12 December, 12 pm. An additional 12-hour window follows exclusively for Kotak Solitaire Credit Cardholders, who, along with Kotak White Reserve and Wealth Infinite card users, will enjoy a 10 per cent discount during the presale. An artist fan presale opens 13 December, 12 pm, before general tickets go live on 14 December, 12 pm. Ten lucky Kotak Solitaire customers will also win a Meet & Greet with Shreya Ghoshal before the concert, a dream moment for lifelong fans.
For millions of Indians, Lata Ji’s voice has been a constant companion through celebrations, grief, milestones and memories. For Shreya, it has been far more, an anchor, mentor and emotional compass. “Lata Ji is the foundation of everything I know about music,” Shreya says. “Her songs carried me through triumphs and heartbreaks. If I could speak to her today, I’d tell her she still lives in every note I sing. Letters to Lata Didi is my love letter to the greatest voice India has ever known.”
Kotak Mahindra Bank business head for credit cards Frederick Dsouza echoes the sentiment, “Collaborating with Shreya Ghoshal is our way of bringing world-class, emotional experiences to our customers. Just as Lata Ji’s music is timeless, we want to create moments that go beyond transactions curated, heartfelt, unforgettable.”
But the tribute extends well beyond the stage. At the heart of the concert lies a powerful national initiative, an open invitation for people across India to record video letters to Lata Didi expressing gratitude, recounting memories, or simply sharing what her voice meant to them. These letters, spanning collaborators, icons, fans and everyday listeners, will form a moving creative thread woven through the evening.
As the show unfolds on the eve of International Women’s Day, audiences will journey through Lata Mangeshkar’s iconic melodies songs that shaped eras, comforted generations and stitched themselves into the fabric of Indian life. More than a concert, Letters to Lata Didi promises to be a living archive of emotion: a celebration of a voice that defined a nation, and the artist who now offers her own voice in gratitude.
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Prime Video and Hrithik Roshan reunite for quirky heist comedy Mess
HRX Films expands pact with quirky heist comedy set for production
MUMBAI: Prime Video is doubling down on its partnership with Hrithik Roshan, announcing a new comedy film Mess that promises chaos, chuckles and a clever twist on the classic heist.
Produced by Hrithik Roshan and Eshaan Roshan under HRX Films, a division of FilmKraft Productions, the film is being made in association with Soda Films Lab. Directed by Rajesh A Krishnan, Mess marks the second collaboration between the streaming platform and HRX Films after the upcoming thriller Storm.
At the heart of Mess lies an unusual premise. A group of robbers break into the home of a man with OCD, only to find themselves outmatched in a night-long standoff that flips the script on who is really in control. It is a set-up that blends tension with humour, turning a break-in into a breakdown of expectations.
Prime Video India director and head of originals Nikhil Madhok said, “A good story should surprise and entertain, and Mess does both with ease. It brings together a unique premise, memorable characters and a tone that keeps you laughing throughout.”
He added that the collaboration with HRX Films continues to grow stronger, with the new film reflecting a shared appetite for bold and original storytelling.
Hrithik Roshan said, “After Storm, Mess feels like a natural next step in our journey with Prime Video. The film captures the kind of unconventional storytelling we want to champion, with Rajesh bringing a distinctive voice to the narrative.”
Director Rajesh A Krishnan said, “The world of Mess is a mix of comedy and chaos, unusual enough to keep audiences on edge while still delivering humour. It has been a deeply collaborative and creatively fulfilling experience.”
The original screenplay comes from Paul Soter, with adaptation and dialogues by Kapil Sawant, adding another layer of craft to the film’s offbeat narrative.
As production gears up, Mess looks ready to live up to its name, serving up a delightful tangle of mayhem, mischief and movie magic for audiences in India and beyond.
