Music and Youth
MTV and MTV Beats curate ‘Music Beyond Borders’ for World Music Day
MUMBAI: Music is borderless and has always rendered itself as a medium that helps break the shackles of mind. It’s not restricted by geographies, language or even a pandemic. Keeping up with this congenial spirit of music, MTV and MTV Beats, are bringing a grand musical spectacle, this World Music Day on 21 June, fittingly christened Music Beyond Borders.
Music Beyond Borders is a one-of-its-kind musical extravaganza celebrating diverse music cultures from across the country. Featuring a prominent repertoire of more than 25 artists such Madhuri Dixit Nene, Neeti Mohan, Salim-Sulaiman, Nakash Aziz, Amit Mishra, Benny Dayal, Shalmali Kholgade, Akasa, Zayden, Asees Kaur, Siddharth Mahadevan, Dev Negi, Naezy the Baa, Monica Dogra, Tulsi Kumar, Darshan Raval, Dhvani Bhanushali, Arjun Kanungo, Papon, Jankee & Nakul Mehta, EPR, Shloka, renowned International rapper L-Fresh The Lion and popular bands Parikraama and L’Haul, the hour long concert will celebrate the indelible spirit of music with soulful melodies.
Viacom18 Voot Select, Youth, Music and English Entertainment head Ferzad Palia said, “MTV and MTV Beats have always believed in leveraging the power of music and its ability to bring people together. In the aftermath of the Covid2019 situation, we understand that our young audience has been missing music concerts while also feeling concerned about the plight of those who are less fortunate than them. Therefore, this World Music Day, we are bringing ‘Music Beyond Borders’ that will help them feel empowered to make a difference as they enjoy a virtual concert with their favourite artists.”
From the best of hip-hop to foot tapping tunes of Bollywood music, ‘Music Beyond Borders’ will truly transcend the socio-cultural boundaries and help unite everyone with the power of music.
Staying true to the ethos of music that transcends boundaries, these distinguished artists will sing in different languages. Along with that, they will also encourage their fans and viewers to donate for Viacom18’s efforts to support NGO Goonj, helping those who are most affected by the pandemic.
Witness the mystic musical experience with MTV and MTV Beats’ Music Beyond Borders, this World Music Day, on 21 June , 12 pm and 7 pm
MUMBAI: Mumbai is about to witness something it has never seen before. The Global Youth Festival arrives on 6-7 December at Jio World Garden with 15,000 attendees and 60-plus experiences sprawled across six sprawling arenas. On its sixth edition, this is no ordinary jamboree—it is a carefully orchestrated collision of wellness, adventure, arts, music, yoga and social change.
Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis will throw open the proceedings with a landmark ceremony, signalling the state’s backing for a movement that has already mobilised youth across 20-plus countries and 170-plus cities. The sheer scale is staggering: 500-plus volunteers powering the machine, 600,000-plus volunteer hours logged across previous editions, and millions of lives touched annually.
The speaker roster is formidable. Diipa Büller-Khosla and Dipali Goenka, chief executive of Welspun India, will share the stage with Malaika Arora in conversations spanning leadership, creativity and culture. Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Mansukhbhai Mandaviya will also attend, reinforcing GYF’s reach into the corridors of power.
But this is not mere talk. The Solaris Mainstage promises concerts from renowned Indian artists. Innerverse delivers a 360-degree LED spectacle of art, technology and sound. The Love and Care Arena houses hands-on projects spanning women’s empowerment, child education, rural upliftment and animal welfare. India’s largest outdoor sound-healing experience awaits. An inflatable obstacle course, neon drifter karts and open-sky bouldering cater to thrill-seekers.
Some have branded GYF the “Coachella of Consciousness.” Others call it “India’s Largest Sober Festival.” Spiritual visionary Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji, who inspired the festival, will deliver the Wisdom Masterclass. Every rupee goes to charity.
After Mumbai comes Kolkata on 14 December. New York looms next year. For one weekend in December, Mumbai becomes the epicentre of youth-driven change—and nothing will be quite the same after.
Tickets available on BookMyShow. Visit youthfestival.srmd.org or follow @globalyouthfestival on Instagram.
