It was indeed our pleasure to attend this show. Painstaking research. Your grandsons were awesome. Annu (and Sanjiv) Agarwal, CRM Consultants
Dear Mr. Prithvi Haldea, I am extremely delighted with your show. It is an incredibly well researched and presented show in the most beautiful manner to honour a great artiste like Rajinder Krishan. The painful way in which every aspect of the program was walked out and spaced out and delivered confirms that there has been tremendous amount of research which has gone into it before doing the final show. No wonder, indeed, the programs organized by Ibaadat have been having a growing audience of people who have bent towards Indian music and want to preserve the heritage of the lovely culture that we have had post-independence, which truly represents the pure form in which the Indian culture existed. Understandably, there are no volumes been created to present this format in which they can be preserved over the generations It is here that the role of Ibaadat has comes to place and the way The whole presentation has been made is a testimony to what I have said above. It will be my pleasure to be associated with you and make a contribution also. The kind of work that you have created is amazingly good. Lalit Agarwal, Chief Executive Officer, Yavi E-Shop (Design Studio and Spa Essentials)
Great. Sending you a donation of Rs.21000. Dr. Vijay Agarwal
Sending you a donation. Pramod B. Agarwala, Partner, PBA Legal LLP
The evening was a pleasant experience. Send bank details. Jitendra Agarwal, Partner, Deloitte Haskins & Sells
Super. Sending you a contribution of Rs.12000. Vineet Aggarwal, Exporter of Lady Handbags
The show was simply superb. Wonderful research done by you. Will send you a cheque for Rs.10000. Meera Ahuja, Member, Delhi Commonwealth Women’s Association
Thanks for the amazing programme. Haider Ali, Music Director
I feel privileged to be on the Ibaadat group and be able to witness such profound insights into the songs that have helped to make my life beautiful with their lyrics and music. Ibaadat takes one into a mystic world which one is almost sorry to leave at the end of the program. Your complete dedication and the depth of your research to put together any episode is truly "ibaadat" from your heart. Thank you so much for inviting me and I look forward eagerly to the next one. Geetanjali Anand
The show was great, in fact fabulous. I think it was the best of all your shows. An absolute delight to watch. It was really a wonderful experience. Harjit Singh Arora, Lawyer
Dear Prithviji, It was indeed a pleasurable experience and a memorable evening. It was great to discover who wrote some of the songs we remember fondly and stream occasionally. The kind of contribution I can make would probably be to write about it or have people more competent than me to write about it, so as to take the good work you do to a larger audience. T.K. Arun, Former Editor, The Economic Times
इतनी सुंदरता से सजाया हुआ था यें कार्यक्रम की समय कब निकला पता ही नहीं चला…वाक़ई में पृथ्वी जी आप और आपके सदस्य जो इस संगीतमय शाम को सजाते हैं, बहुत ही तारीफ़ कें क़ाबिल हैं.तहे-दिल से शुक्रिया. Pradeep Arya
Dear Prithvi, The show was a hit. I can only give positive feedback as I found nothing lacking. Will surely give my input when needed. Rajendra Bader, Director, S. M. Herbals
Superb. Will send you a contribution soon. Gyanendra Badgaiyan, Retd. IAS
A perfect production. It was a lovely programme. Sunanda Bahl, Retd. Teacher-History
लाजवाब. सुभान अल्लाह… The show was excellent. Thoroughly enjoyed. O.P. Bahri, Builder
Yet again, it was a great show. Subhash Barjatya, Owner, Semi Precious Jewels Co.
Memorable work. Sent you Rs. 5,000. Anil Bagai, Partner, SR Bagai & Co.
Prithvi ji, Congratulations for putting up such a pleasurable, melodious and unforgettable evening. The hard work and research done by you to honour such legends is commendable. Madhulika Bahadur, Retd. PGT
A memorable event. It was 2.5 hours of magical experience; each episode or song was like pulling out a rabbit from a hat! Like all your shows, this too was just very very good. Purnima Baijal, Dramatist
You are doing great work. Please accept a small donation. Jagmohan Lal Bajaj, Retd.
It was entertaining, informative and nostalgic. Perfection personified. Kamlakar Bajaj
Blissful. Your mission has had a huge impact on me…I will henceforth focus most on the lyrics. I could hear so many sing along with the singers. Your connect with the audience was just perfect. Ravinder Bakshi, Retd. Railways
Your way of presenting the works and life of a poet in a simple, seamless, fast-paced script deserve a national award. A very high-quality show. Suman Bali, Dancer-Bharatnatyam
Way to go. Sent you 10,000. Sanjiv Banga, Director, Antelec Ltd.
Sir ji, Truly enjoyed the great performance. Anil K. Bansal, Former Executive Director, Indian Overseas Bank
Great work. Sending you Rs. 5,000. Pankaj Bansal, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, People Strong
It was great! Regards, Rohit Bansal, Advocates & Solicitors, Rohit Bansal & Co.
It was great! Please send bank details for donation. Indira Banthiya
A superlative show, an enjoyable evening. One more demonstration of your dedication. Priyanka Batra, Therapist
The show was excellent! Will send detailed feedback. Sandip Kumar Beri, Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
Dear Haldea Saheb. Please accept my heartiest congratulations for having presented such a wonderful musical drama. I wouldn’t have missed it for anything in the world! My family and friends thoroughly enjoyed the show. All the guests were full of praises for such a performance. A college mate of mine had come all the way from Mumbai and introduced me to Shri Rajesh Duggal whom he knew through his music-circle in Mumbai. C. S. Bhadauria, Founder, Alok Masterbatches Pvt. Ltd.
Donated Rs. 25,001/-. Ashok Bhandari/Ira Bhandari
Your research and passion for the subject is worthy of a lot of praise. Your shows are phenomenal. Your dedication and passion are fully reflected. Songs were wonderfully chosen and perfectly sung. Renditions of so many mukhdas without music were musical too. Brij Mohan Bhardwaj, Retd. Director, Honeywell
Dear Mr Haldea, First of all, we are really grateful to you for letting us be a part of this beautiful event. All four of us; Ankur, Raj, Gautam and I feel blessed and lucky. About the feedback, I really have no words to express the deep appreciation and joy we feel each time we attend an event staged by 'Ibaadat'. The quality of the show, be it stage design, production, direction, dialogues, songs, singers, time management etc. The attention to detail is astounding. Though this time Parth and Dev stole the show and our hearts. I am completely in awe of how you have taken your dream forward, and more importantly, shared it with friends, family and like-minded people who value not just the music, but also the lyrics which are the soul of the songs. Try as I might, I find it difficult to think of a single suggestion, except to think of a way to make this available to more people. Thank you once again from the bottom of our hearts. Arpana (and Gautam) Bhardwaj
It was one of the best shows. You have created beautiful memories. Madhur Bhargava
Dear Prithvi, You came, you saw, you conquered...the hearts and minds of the audience at Kamani Auditorium, yesterday!! Congratulations on an immaculately conceptualized and a superbly executed show. The singers were all par excellence, and they regaled us not only with their mellifluous voices but also by their subtle actions on the stage, capturing the mood of the song! Their spontaneity was so evident!! Your grandchildren stole our hearts with an 'oh so cute' performance. Our best wishes to them for many more successful appearances on the big stage. You and Nandita, as सुत्रधार, were the binding glue for the entire show...with an absolutely flawless performance...great work!! Getting Rajinder Krishan's son and Madan Mohan's daughter to the show added a very intimate and endearing touch to the show. I knew Sanjeev Kohli, Madan Mohan's son...He and I are from the same IIM batch...he from Calcutta and I from Ahmedabad. We had many गप-शप sessions where he used to wax eloquent about Lata Didi and his dad and their many super hits! Kudos once again and keep staging super shows because... ये दिल मांगे more! Mala (and Pravin) Bhargava
Pure magic. Your show was full of life and energy. I knew almost all the songs but never knew who wrote them. Priya Bhasin, Vocalist
Dear Sir, Thank you very much for organizing yet another exceptional show through Ibaadat. As always, it was a fantastic presentation backed by years of diligent research by you and a very professional presentation by the team. Hearty congratulations to you and the Ibaadat team. Have sent you Rs.5000. Pankaj Bhatt, Ex President, Nucleus Software Exports Ltd.
Prithviji, you have again raised the bar. Once again, an excellent program. The way in which the narrators, especially Prithviji, took us through the life and times of the lyricist was splendid. This, with the songs and मुखड़ा interspersed throughout the show, and sung so beautifully, took your show to another league. Sonalika Bhatti, Music Teacher
As for all your shows, this one too was very well curated and executed. Had a wonderful time and time just flew very fast. Vijay Bhushan, Partner, Bharat Bhushan & Co.
Superb shows. Am sending you Rs. 5,000. Gautam (and Mita) Brahma, Principal Consultant, Bizmentor
The Haldea blood has music in it. I have seen your brothers and son sing so well. And now the two kids. Your already excellent shows get better by the day. Ramani Chaddha, Kathak Dancer
Prithvi…you do not belong to this world. Your shows are heavenly. T. R. Chaddha, Chartered Accountant
The show was outstanding as always. Donated Rs. 5,000. Abha (and Lalit Kumar) Chandak, President, Span Telecom Pvt. Ltd.
Dear Prithvi, Your programme was excellent. It was a mesmerizing experience. Extremely satisfying. We were both mesmerized by the production and the superb singing. Thank you so much for inviting us and I look forward to more such enjoyable evenings in the future. Subhadra Channa, Retd. Professor, Dept of Anthropology, University of Delhi
It was great! Madhu Kant Chaturvedi, Earlier with American Airlines
Mr Haldea, Thanks for making me a part of your august gathering at Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan concert. It was a great, remarkable, unforgettable evening listening and enjoying good songs “old is gold”. T. S. Chaudhary, Advocate
It was such a wonderful programme, full of information, stories and the history of Rajendraji. Parth and Dev were the jewels in the crown. My deep appreciation of Prithvi for putting together such a fantastic and memorable show. He is doing a great service to the world of literature, especially the poets. Smita Chhiber
Dear Prithvi ji, This was the very first Ibaadat event that I had attended. Though I had heard some very good and encouraging feedback about the previous events from my wife Madhu and my dear friends Reetha and Suresh Shetty and Usha and K Sairam, I was simply overwhelmed by the sheer beauty, quality and professionalism of the whole event and the team behind Ibaadat under your leadership. Right from the invites, planning the event over two days to accommodate countless die-hard fans of Ibaadat shows, delivery of passes, seating, the punctuality of starting and finishing the show on-dot, the organisation and conduct of the event, to the absolute top class quality of the singing (including the beautiful devotional by your oh-so-talented young grandsons), special recording of music for each song, the song selection, the sequence and spacing, the dialogues and interesting stories and anecdotes from Rajinder Krishan Sir’s life and career, songs emerging from his collaboration with maestro Madan Mohan, the interesting interaction between the invitees ( including the son of Rajinder Krishan Sir and the daughter of Madan Mohan Sir) and you and your Ibaadat colleagues on stage ( and I can go on and on ) was fabulous and something worth experiencing to be believed. My and my wife Madhu’s huge compliments to you, the real force behind Ibaadat and to your dedicated team. I have become a fan and am now going to eagerly look forward to all future shows. Wish Ibaadat more power and strength and even more successes in highlighting the work of poets/shaayars/lyricists in the music world. Sending you Rs. 10,000. Deepak Chopra, Director Group Supervisory Board/Chairman, Operations Committee, Anand Automotive Pvt. Ltd.
It was extraordinary. Your show brought the lyricist to life. Rajinder saheb and Madan Mohan ji complemented each other so well. The best part of the show was Dev and Parth. Requesting you to have more such programs every year. Dr. Dinesh Chopra
प्रिय श्री हल्दिया, 'दास्तान-ए-राजेंद्र-कृष्ण' देखने-सुनने का सुअवसर मिला. आपका सुनुयोजित्त कार्यक्रम ‘दास्तान-ए-राजेन्द्र कृष्ण’ देखने-सुनने का सुअवसर प्राप्त हुआ, इस सफल प्रयास के लिए आपको और आपके सभी सहभागियों को कोटि कोटि बधाई और हार्दिक शुभ शुभकामनायें! आयोजन में संकलित गीतों का चयन, लगभग सभी गायक-कलाकारों (और विशेष कर सुश्री सुप्रिया जोशी) का योगदान अति सराहनीय था. स्टेज पर प्रदर्शित संगीतकारों की तस्वीरों में यदि हुस्नलाल भगतराम और अनिल बिस्वास के चित्रों की कमी बहुत अखरी, जिनका गीतकार की जीवन यात्रा में एक बड़ा योगदान था. चलते-चलते, यदि महान संगीतकर अनिल बिस्वास और गीतकार का फिल्म ‘आराम’ का हृदय स्पर्शी गीत ‘ए जाने जिगर, दिल में समाने आजा’ और सज्जाद हुसैन का ‘धरती से दूर गोरे बादलों के पार आजा’ जोड़ लिया जाता तो आप का आयोजन शायद थोडा और ज्यादा अच्छा हो जाता. इस सफल आयोजन से जुड़े सभी प्रियजनों को बधाई और हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं! Satish Chopra, Author of 63rd National Film Award Winning Book ‘Forgotten Masters of Hindi Cinema
It was very entertaining, with not one dull moment. The way you conceived, wrote, directed and presented the show is more than perfect. The comedy and humour were a highlight. Dharmesh Chowdhury, Builder
Amazing. The efforts you put in are very evident. Appreciate that you always start the shows on the dot, and the hall is always full before 6.30 pm, every time. Lata Dang, Advocate
Prithvi bhai, Amita and I enjoyed the show. Very well researched and presented. Madhusudan Dara, Chief Executive Officer, Fundamental Anchors Consulting LLP
I feel so sad why I was not introduced to Ibaadat earlier. The show was fantastic.I look forward to attending all your shows in the future. Rishabh Datt
Kudos to you for curating such a great show. An amazing program. It was spectacular…a very memorable evening. Your shows always start on time. Eeshanika Deshpande, Capt. Naval Design, Indian Navy
You deserve a long, long ovation. Jatin Dev, Founder Producer, Smoking Tiger Productions
Dear Prithvi, It was a treat to attend the Rajinder Krishan event. Very nostalgic!! In your Rajinder Krishan attire, the audience could have thought that Rajinder Krishan himself was sitting there. It was particularly thoughtful of you to give an opportunity to your grandchildren to sing his famous and beloved patriotic song. My brother and friend have carried back emotional memories from the event. Keep this beloved tradition going on and on. I will be sending a small donation separately for Ibaadat. Vinod K. (and Manju) Dhall, Managing Partner, Dhall Law Chambers, Retd. IAS
Wonderful experience…we felt being a part of the stage. What amazed me this time was the fact that all those remarkable songs were penned by Rajinder Krishan. You are at last providing credit to the right person. Krishan Lal Dhawan, Sports Trainer
Rajinder Krishan is a gem waiting to be unearthed. And you did it, so admirably. I admire your focus in bringing the poets upfront. You have again shown a remarkable depth in research. It was Prithviji’s show every single second. Your passion and dedication deserve huge applause. Renuka Dhingra
Putting together a show like this is highly commendable. Parag Dimri, AVP-Business Development, Eldeco Infrastructure & Properties Ltd.
Dear Prithvi, Many Thanks for including us in this wonderful program. We thoroughly enjoyed. The highlight, of course, was the song by your grandsons. I have deposited Rs. 15000 in your account. Arun Duggal, Retd. Chairman, ICRA Ltd.
It was extraordinary. The show was so well curated, the singers were top-notch and the background sets and anecdotes were great. Lata Duggal, Housewife
Prithviji, Thank you so much once again for the appreciation and awareness you have created about my Daddy with your incredible scripting and vision. I feel blessed. I have never come across anyone as meticulous and precise with detailing as you. Thank you Prithvi and Priyanka ji for your loving care, and God bless your grandsons. Rajesh Duggal, Son of Rajinder Krishan
The programme was very well organized, directed and executed. Your grandchildren are surely potential stars. Shyam Dwivedi
Excellent as ever. Mubarak. Farhat Ehsaas, Rekhta Foundation
Awesome. Don’t know how the 2.5 hours went by. Alka Gambhir
Dear Prithvi, This is to convey the excellence of the show yesterday - in addition to the singers who performed exceedingly well. Your own compering was par excellence. I can imagine the efforts you put in for your show and also the efforts to bring in family members of the lyricists and the music directors like yesterday you did to bring in Madan Mohan's son and Rajinder Krishan's son. Have sent you a token amount of Rs. 10,000. Salem Ganapathi, Chairman, Symatech Associates
Ibaadat Foundation is doing great work. I am already looking forward to your next show. Sonali Gandhi
Excellent performances and a well-managed show. We were very impressed with the show. The script, presentation and singing were outstanding. We thoroughly enjoyed the narration and interesting stories of Rajinder Krishan’s life. Thank you for such a lovely evening. Vipul (and Rohini) Gandhi
Dear Shri Haldea, It was indeed a pleasure to watch Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan. It was a great poetic tribute to the imaginative lyricist (and script writer) on whom program like yours make immortal. The selection of songs, films, music and situation was imaginative. One could see great dedication and hard work on your part and on part of your team. Participation of son of Rajinder Krishanji and daughter of Madan Mohan ji added lot of colour. We have been witnessing your presentations beginning with Sahir Saab and have enjoyed each one of them including this one. We saw frequent and thunderous applause to your presentation. S. P. Gaur, IAS Retd. /Coaching IAS
It was a par excellence programme. We never knew that the lyrics of so many songs we grew up listening were composed by him. Your creative talent in all its splendour is admirable. The programme was just fantastic. Have credited Rs. 25,000 to your account. Vivek Gautam
An evening to remember forever. Your show was designed and executed with precision…like your databases. It was a totally different format. The stage layout was spectacular. I rarely spent my mind on the lyrics. It is now thanks to Ibaadat that I listen to each word a song. And my love for those songs increases manifolds. Obviously, in a programme of this short duration, it is difficult to do justice to the huge body of his songs. Your selection was very good. Boss. Yet another feather in your cap. Dr. Akshay Ghai
Thanks for a wonderful program. Well researched and beautifully curated and compered. S.S. Gill, Retd. Director
Another masterly performance by the Maestro, orchestrating unmatched talent pool for creating melody magic! Thanks for the wonderful experience, and the special instructions for taking care of us! Appreciation richly deserved, my dear friend. Anurag Goel, Former Member, Competition Commission of India, IAS Retd.
Thank you for organizing a delightful evening filled with the enchanting tunes of old melodies. Your efforts created a nostalgic and memorable experience that we truly enjoyed. Looking forward to more events curated with such thoughtfulness! Thank you so much Prithvi bhai. I would like to host you and your team for a cup of tea at my house sometime. Gunjan Goela, Masterchef
The stage setup was impressively designed, and the selection of songs, though not all familiar to me, resonated well with the audience, particularly those from that era. However, I felt the inclusion of fun stories throughout the show, rather than reserving them for the final hour, would have greatly enhanced the overall experience. Sagar Goyal
A lovely show. A well-deserved tribute to a great, but hardly known lyricist. Totally impressed with your skills. Anand Singh Grewal
A beautifully scripted and executed show. Simply outstanding. Simply awesome. Enjoyed every moment. It was so soulful. Anita Gujral
Very much like all your earlier shows, this one too was wonderful. You are truly serving a noble cause. Akhil Gupta, Vice Chairman, Bharti Enterprises
A truly memorable event! Parth and Dev stole the show….my favourite prayer was sung so well. Will remember this for a long time. Alka Gupta
Excellent show depicting the life story of Rajinder Krishan. Our heartfelt appreciation for truly an unforgettable experience. The show was a masterful blend of artistry, passion, and storytelling that left us completely spellbound. The singing was nothing short of excellent. Each note carried the depth of emotion and the richness of the story being told, creating an immersive experience that resonated deeply with us. The performers' voices were not just heard; they were felt, echoing the triumphs and trials of Rajender Krishan's life in a way that was profoundly moving. What truly set this show apart, however, is the excellent sequence of life events woven together to tell a story that was both inspiring and enlightening. The meticulous attention to detail in the portrayal of each chapter of Krishan's life showcased not only his achievements but also the personal struggles and the resilience that defined him. This narrative journey was beautifully crafted, ensuring that every audience member was captivated from beginning to end. We were spellbound by the entire production. The seamless integration of music, narrative, and performance created an atmosphere that was both magical and deeply touching. It was evident that a lot of thought, creativity, and dedication went into bringing Rajinder Krishan's story to the stage, and the result was a show that was as enlightening as it was entertaining. Please extend my sincerest appreciation to everyone involved in the creation and performance of this remarkable show. It was a privilege to witness such a powerful and beautifully executed tribute to Rajinder Krishan's life and legacy. A small contribution of Rs. 11,000 has been made. Ramesh C. Gupta, Founder, RCG Consulting
Super show like always. The efforts behind shows the way the audience was enjoying glued to their seats…Dev and Parth stole the show…I loved Dev’s intense looks and actions. Three Cheers. Rashmi Gupta, Ex Teacher, Birla School
Dear Prithvi, It was a super show on both days. Loved the performance of your grandkids. They are adorable. Sangeeta Gupta, (Daughter of music maestro Madan Mohan)
I had the privilege of attending the programme. As expected, it was very good. You covered most of his songs either in full or in parts. That is good. As a matter of fact, covering the song in parts is better because that gives you a leverage to cover more songs. Surender Kumar Gupta, Retd. Director, Ministry of Home Affairs
You really have put tremendous efforts to create such an amazing musical drama. Your grandchildren were wonderful and super cute! Vinay (and Neelu) Gupta, Chartered Accountants
Great show. Pooja Haldea, Consultant, Ashoka University
Fantastic. Pranav Haldea, Managing Director, PRIME Database
The show was beautifully conceptualised and very well presented. The addition of the posters / screen shots of the movie along with the song being sung, the concept of all of you wearing the dresses of the fashion and style used during the days of the great Shri Rajinder Krishan was like icing on the cake. We also commend you and your team for the hard work you all do to compile and present the show. We had a great time and enjoyed the show and would remember this for a long time. Am remitting Rs. 5,000. Satya Priya Haldia, Director, S&S Packing Co.
My dear Prithvi Haldea, The stage presentation of Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan by Ibaadat Foundation under your Chairmanship was a program which has been conceptualized and presented seamlessly and flawlessly without any break and interruption where all the audience were completely involved and absorbed spellbound in internally seeing and listening to it. The presentation of such programs needs lots of involvement in research work and pre-practice to make them flawless. The presentation was only depicting your high degree of professionalism and dedication. Kindly share the bank details of Ibaadat Foundation for the donation. Desh Bhushan Jain, Retd. President, Century Rayons
Enjoyed the program. I appreciate your efforts in collecting the material and presentation which were really wonderful. Devinder Jain, Madhubun Books
Such an excellent experience. Narendra K. Jain, Handicrafts Exporter
We are so very grateful to you for orchestrating this amazing musical experience for us. Your attention to detailing and your superb choice of songs, some of which I had forgotten, but was delighted to reconnect with, left us totally spellbound. Your passion and dedication to music shines through and we are full of gratitude for our inclusion in the audience. Although we were seeing this show for the second time, we enjoyed it as much, as or more than, the first. All the singers were exceptional, the two kids being the cherries on the fabulous cake. And we love your anecdotes! Cannot thank you enough for letting us be a part of your specially curated, mesmerizing evenings. Neeta Jalan
Hello, Thanks for inviting me to this very unique event. I feel privileged to be on the Ibaadat group to experience a very well researched and beautifully curated life and work of Rajinder Krishanji. Golden melodies sung by very good singers took me back to that golden era. Your in-depth research and genuine love for music added mystic quality to the entire event and true tribute to the lyricist Rajinder Krishanji. Anjani Jani
Dear Prithvi, The program was absolutely awesome with great curation and research. It will not be an exaggeration to say that this time it was a few notches above the earlier one on the same lyricist. It has been our constant pleasure for over a decade to have watched all the programs held in Delhi! Keep doing the good work! Dr. Jaishri Jethwaney, Sr. Adviser-Communications (IISU), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
Dear Sir, I want to take a moment to extend my deepest gratitude for the incredible musical cultural event “Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan”. Your dedication, hard work, and attention to detail were abundantly evident throughout the entire production, and it truly made for an unforgettable experience. From the moment I stepped into the venue, I was captivated by the vibrant atmosphere you created. Every aspect, from the meticulously curated performances to the thoughtfully arranged décor, spoke volumes about your commitment to showcasing cultural richness and artistic excellence. The diversity of talent showcased during the event was nothing short of breathtaking. Each performer brought a unique perspective and skill set to the stage, creating a tapestry of sound and emotion through their mellifluous voice that resonated deeply with the audience. It was evident that a tremendous amount of effort went into selecting and preparing each song, and the results were nothing short of spectacular. Moreover, the seamless organization and smooth execution of the event were a testament to your exceptional leadership and organizational abilities. Despite the complexities involved in coordinating such a multifaceted production, everything ran like clockwork, allowing attendees like myself to fully immerse ourselves in the experience without a worry in the world. Beyond the sheer entertainment value, the event played a vital role in fostering cultural appreciation and understanding within our community by reliving the moments from the bygone era. By providing a platform for artists from diverse backgrounds to share their talents, you helped bridge gaps, break down barriers, and celebrate the rich tapestry of human expression. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of this remarkable event, and I cannot thank you enough for your tireless efforts in bringing it to fruition. Your passion for the arts and commitment to promoting old Bollywood music are truly inspiring, and I eagerly look forward to future endeavors under your guidance. Once again, thank you from the bottom of my heart for staging such an exceptional musical event. Your contributions have profoundly impacted our community, and I am immensely grateful for all you do. With warm regards, Zameer Jaiswal, Amrop India
As always…outstanding! Kudos to your research, script and the narration. Full marks to you. Ajay Jaitly
I have no words. The show was simply amazing. You have a very unique format to showcase the life and works of the lyricists. Applause to you for a very novel presentation. It was very intriguing to see two kids walking on the stage but soon enough I fell in love with their singing. They had no stage fright. Shalini Jhalani
Hello Prithviji, thank you so much for a wonderful, wonderful experience...it was enthralling to say the least! I have been seeing all your shows since 2016 (yes, with the first Rajinder Krishan show to which Coco had invited me). Needless to say, we wish you and your wonderful team all the best! I have also admired your grandsons' singing, both times, once at the Raja Mehdi Ali Khan show, and then in this show. I will wait for the mail for contribution to come, we all want to offer our little bit. Thank you once more. In case you host this show another time soon, would want my son-in-law to attend, He has his own Pharma company but is very fond of all old film music. This time he was travelling, so had to miss. One last thing…please always host two shows, then we as a family can attend, because we have small kids at home and everyone cannot go together. Dr. Anupama Jhingon, Clinical Hypnotherapist & Psychotherapist
Dear Prithvi, Watching your shows gives us immense pleasure. We have been very regular since your first show in 2011 and look forward to your invitations. What we like most about your shows is that it is not a simple music show but we get to know a lot about our poets, their personal life, challenges they faced and how they attained those heights. Of course, people of our generation do recall those old songs with a lot of nostalgia. Like all previous shows this one also was well-researched. Keep up the good work. Please share your bank details. I would like to contribute to this excellent work being done by you. Hem Kant Joshi, Director, Pioneer Consulting Engineers (P) Ltd.
Very thoroughly researched and dramatised! A perfect balance of anecdotes, songs and humour!Will send you Rs. 50k soon. R.R. Joshi, Managing Director, Associated Container Terminals Ltd.
Thank you so much Prithviji for the magical evening, it was superb. I had a sciatica issue - wearing my lumbar support belt forgot about my stretch and pain once the program started. Wanted to meet and thank you after the show but could not inch closer to you as you were surrounded by admirers. For this gigantic effort of Ibaadat Foundation I would like to make a small contribution, please tell me how? Dr. Devender Kakar
The show was simply amazing. It was very well done. Your meticulous planning is appreciated. I am delighted that you are grooming your grandkids so well. Shankar Kakkar
Awesome. Your creations are wonderful. The songs selection was superb. Your singers are amazing, and the two little kids…Dev and Parth won my heart fully. Didn’t know that सुनो सुनो ए दुनिया वालों was written by RK. Sunil Kala, Proprietor, Sunil Kala & Co.
The script, the music, the singers…including your cute grandchildren, are all worthy of high praise. Pooja Kalindikar
The entire event was wonderful, very well drafted, coordinated and presented, All the singers were outstanding. We enjoyed it thoroughly. Thanks again for the memorable evening. Dr. Seema Kamal (and Divya) Kamal, General Manager-Estate, Haryana State & Industrial Development Corp.
A thoroughly enjoyable evening of शायरी and music! Thank you Prithvi for continuing the educational and entertaining journey you started years ago. I have sent you Rs. 10000. Rajeeva Kansal, Director, FOSTIIMA Business School
The renditions by all…Supriya, Sarvesh, Anand, Sangeeta, Debu, Parth and Dev were excellent. Rohan Kanwar, Retd. Banker
It was an exceptionally pleasant experience. Vanita Roy Kapur, Head of Marketing, Revlon
The show was brilliant. We enjoyed it a lot. Veena Kapur
In one word…Fantastic! And wow. Parth and Dev were very good. Poorna Kasliwal, Jewelry Shop
Great show. A special thanks to you for all your efforts and personal communication. Brig. Pran Kaul
I was completely mesmerised by the show. You deserve a big applause. Harsimran Kaur, Homemaker
Thanks a lot for inviting us to this wonderful musical programme. Both of us thoroughly enjoyed every minute of Ibaadat's excellent presentation. Jasleen Kaur and Hardip Singh Vohra
Dear Prithvi, Congratulations for organizing an excellent show on Rajinder Krishan. We were totally unaware about his brilliant capabilities. We thoroughly enjoyed the program. Suman Kumar Kawatra, Ex Banker
Dear Prithviji: My heartfelt thanks to you for the wonderful show. Like your earlier events on famous lyricists of Hindi films, this show was very well researched and superbly executed. The top-notch compering, insightful conversation with special guests, Rajesh Duggal and Sangeeta Gupta, masterful rendition of songs by Sarvesh Mishra, Supriya Joshi, Debu Mukherji, Anand Bahal and Sangeeta Melekar, and melodious symphony created by Haider Ali made the evening unforgettable for the audience. The performance of child artists Parth and Dev in bringing alive a favourite prayer of our times was scintillating. The skit by Sarvesh Mishra (never knew that he was an actor too) and Anand Bahal was great fun. This soul-stirring संगम of अल्फ़ाज़ और आवाज़ and सुर और साज़ will remain etched in my mind for a long time to come. Please send me bank details to make some small contribution to Ibaadat. Thanks a lot once again for giving us the memorable opportunities for witnessing your wonderful shows over the years. Harun R. Khan, Former Dy. Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Dear Prithvi, Fantastic. All the narrators (including yourself) and all the singers were outstanding, including your grandsons. Resham Khan, Designer
Ibaadat is the most unique format to recognize the works of the lyricist of India. Ibaadat has done a great job in getting all of us so close to the awesome work of these greats and their journey in the film industry. Please continue this wonderful work. I have deposited a cheque of Rs.11k in your account. Aarti (and Atul) Khandelwal, Ameya Enterprises
Amazing. Have deposited Rs. 5,100. Mukesh (and Shikha) Khandelwal, Founder, Psmith Advisors LLP
Delighted. Nirmal (and Madhu) Khandelwal, Chairman, FCML Distributors Pvt. Ltd.
Thank you so much for inviting us to this unforgettable evening. We are amazed at how much research you have done to bring this to your guests. Your grandsons were so cute. God bless them. Growing up with such wonderful samskaras! Thank you Prithvi! Rasika Khanna
इबादत की खुशबू मेरे हर ख्वाब में फैली हुई है. उस रूहानी शाम की यादों में डूबी, मेरी रूह महकी हुई है. Thank you so much for the passes my parents, my maasi and my mama who were in town…all of them enjoyed. Shefali Khanna, Founder, Dear Sunshine Foundation
Rajinder Krishan was Bollywood’s ‘luckiest’ lyricist. Hit songs to horse races Lyricist Rajinder Krishan kept out of the limelight but the audience knew his words by heart at Ibaadat Foundation’s sold-out Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan show at Delhi's Kamani auditorium. The Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan show at Kamani auditorium was filled with laughter, stories, and singalongs. New Delhi: No matter our mood—sad, happy, waiting for someone, watching the rain, or even admiring the moon—there’s a song for every situation. Yet, while we easily recall singers, actors, and the films these songs appear in, few of us remember the lyricist who penned the words. One such lyricist is Bollywood’s Rajinder Krishan. He wrote the words for numerous hit songs, such as ‘Itna na mujhse tu pyar badha’ (Chhaya, 1961), ‘Jaag dard-e-ishq jaag’ (Anarkali, 1953), ‘Ek chatur naar karke sringar’ (Padosan, 1968), and ‘Pal pal dil ke paas’ (Blackmail, 1973). But he got the limelight only after winning a jackpot at the Mahalaxmi Race Course in 1973 and suddenly became the richest lyricist overnight. “Rajinder Saheb was fond of many things, like cigarettes, alcohol, food, and drinks. One such hobby made him a millionaire and the richest lyricist in the 1970s,” said noted poet Obaid Azam Azmi at a sold-out event celebrating the life, poetry, and songs of Rajinder Krishan at Delhi’s Kamani auditorium earlier this month. “He won approximately Rs 48 lakh in horse racing!” While most music events revolve around famous singers, composers, or actors, the Delhi-based Ibaadat Foundation focuses on lyricists, often ignored or only remembered belatedly. Their offering, Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan, was a musical show paying tribute to the lyricist and screenwriter’s personal and professional journey. Over the course of two-and-a-half hours, the show blended storytelling, conversation, theatre, and song to make Krishan come alive to the audience. The stage was set up like a drawing room, where more than six artists, anchors, and singers—including Supriya Joshi, Anand Bahal, and Sangeeta Melekar— gave an impression of casually conversing about the lyricist’s life and career, occasionally breaking into impromptu songs. The conversation started with Krishan’s Filmfare Award for best lyricist in 1965 for the movie Khandan, with singer Supriya Joshii launching into its famous track, ‘Tumhi mere mandir, tumhi meri pooja’. Krishan wrote lyrics that depicted almost every situation and emotion. One such song is a favourite in school functions even today—‘Tumhi ho mata pita tumhi ho’ from the 1962 film Main Chup Rahungi. Two child artists, Parth and Dev, appeared on stage to perform this beloved song. Also Read: ‘No script more scientific than Devanagari’—Javed Akhtar would write all Urdu poetry in it Bringing alive a golden era A song’s power can be gauged by the audience’s desire to sing along. This happened several times during Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan. Whenever a panellist broke into song, the entire packed auditorium erupted in a chorus. The audience couldn’t resist joining in as soon as iconic melodies such as ‘Kaise kisi ka sahara banoon’ or ‘Itna na mujhse tu pyar badha’ filled the air. Everyone seemed to know the words. The specially arranged music tracks included many evergreen hits— from ‘Gore gore o banke chore’ (Samadhi, 1950), ‘Man dole mera tan dole’ (Nagin, 1954) and ‘Ye zindagi usi ki hai’ (Anarkali, 1953) to ‘Wo dil kahan se laun’ (Bharosa, 1963), ‘Bhooli hui yaadon mujhe’ (Sanjog, 1961), and ‘Mere saamne wali khidki mein’ (Padosan, 1968), among others. Altogether, it was like a trip back into Bollywood’s original golden era. While Rajinder Krishan worked with several composers, some of his best work was with C Ramchandra and Madan Mohan. With Mohan, he worked on no fewer than 42 movies, with the duo creating many unforgettable songs together. Rajinder Krishan created magic with some of the greatest composers and singers in Bollywood Adding depth and a personal touch to the show was the presence of Krishan’s son, Rajesh Duggal, and music director Madan Mohan’s daughter, Sangeeta Gupta. Giving insight into his father’s passion for his craft, Duggal described how Krishan was more interested in writing poetry than studies even in childhood. And inspiration had a way of striking at inopportune moments. “Whenever he remembered some lines or got some inspiration, he used to write on whatever paper was available nearby—it could be a restaurant bill, paper napkin, newspaper margin, or even cigarette box’s paper,” added show anchor Nandita Kodesia. “However, he always lost these papers or left them somewhere and was never able to find them when he needed them.” The Ibaadat Foundation has organised 56 shows across various cities in India and Dubai, covering poets and lyricists such as Majrooh Sultanpuri, Shakeel Badayuni, Shailendra, Neeraj, Hasrat Jaipuri, Sahir Ludhianvi, and Raja Mehdi Ali Khan. ‘Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan’ was initially held in Delhi in September, 2016. Due to popular demand, the show returned to Kamani auditorium on 8 and 9 March for two houseful shows. A lyricist’s responsibility is two-fold, said Ibaadat Foundation chairman Prithvi Haldea—one is to “write a song that is based on the situation of the film”. The other is that “it should elevate the status of the film as well”. Krishan often managed to hit both targets. Also Read: Jan Nisar Akhtar — Bollywood lyricist who was ‘poet in a real sense’ A bon vivant with depth An audio clip from an old interview gave a glimpse of Rajinder Krishan’s fun-loving personality. He described entering the horse stable before a race and asking the horses, “Who’s going to win?” Whichever horse moved its head, that’s the one he’d bet on. This strategy, according to him, even landed him his jackpot win. Hearing this, the audience burst into laughter. Apart from horse-racing, Krishan had another hobby—enjoying good food. His passion for the perfect meal apparently led him to once take a spontaneous flight from Mumbai to Delhi just to eat chhole-bhature. When it came to poetry and lyrics, Krishan was eclectic, drawing inspiration from the mundane to the profound. “He got the inspiration for one of his most fun-loving songs, ‘Eena meena deeka,’ from his daughter’s nursery rhyme, ‘Eeny, meeny, miny, moe’,” said Haldea. After Mahatma Gandhi’s assassination, Krishan penned a song titled ‘Suno suno aye duniyawalon, Bapu ki yeh Amar Kahani’ (Listen, O people of the world, this immortal story of Bapu). Sung by Mohammed Rafi and composed by Husnlal Bhagatram, this song ended Krishan’s days of struggle. Though not part of a film, the lyrics and music resonated widely. “Because of this song, dad’s magic suddenly spread all over India,” said Duggal. Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan was a multifaceted show, encompassing music, laughter, emotions, jokes, and poetry. It ended with the whole auditorium singing the national anthem. Almina Khatoon, ThePrint
Dear Prithvi ji, As on the earlier dozen odd occasions, this too was a very nice performance. Please do keep up the superb work. Arun Khosla, Advocate-Supreme Court
It was a wonderful experience. The show was excellent, research and stage design were great and the singers were outstanding. I compliment you for bringing out the entire life of a poet so well. Dr. Mukesh Khosla
All these 70+ years, I have had hardly any interest in the lyricists, but not after seeing your show. I enjoyed it a lot. There were so many unknown facts about this fabulous lyricist's life which were narrated by you and your team so well. Sameer Khullar
Dear Mr. Haldea, It was wonderful as ever. May be a statement as to how popular his songs are in Pakistan too would have added another star to the universe you created so beautifully. Sandeep Khurana
Your mission is Ibaadat, your name is Ibaadat. Prithviji. The show was excellent. I have no words to describe the wonderful experience. You again took us down the memory lane so beautifully. Your singers are exceptional, including your grandsons. Yogesh Khurana
I have had the opportunity to attend your programs twice. This was the third time. I must record my appreciation for the fine presentation, good artists and in-depth research. G.S. Kochar, Ex Founder & CMD, Asiatic Electricals & Switchgear Pvt. Ltd.
Everything was so intricately woven into a beautiful presentation! I cannot think of anyone coming even close to you. It was great! The singers were very very good. Your show was a hit. I understand that the next day also, the house was full. Amit Kochhar
Marvelous show. The audience was fully glued in. Your souvenir is so aesthetically designed and the contents are so well presented. Abhishek Kohli
This version of the show was more relaxed and entertaining. anecdotes were good and singers were excellent. Supriya's यूँ हसरतों के दाग़ was par excellence. Thank you for another treat. Bhavna Neelam Kohli
You are so good in creating and anchoring these amazing shows. Please accept Rs. 10,000. Dr. K.P. Krishnan, Hony. Professor, Centre for Policy Research, Retd. IAS
A masterpiece. How did you manage to pack so much in a short show. Everyone was so engrossed that no one realized how 2.5 hours went by. It was a pleasure-filled evening…a fantastic event, as always. We thoroughly enjoyed the show. Your grandsons were adorable. Krishan Kumar, Author
Prithvi, Totally floored by your devotion and diligence. Your grandsons – Parth and Dev – were so endearing. Madhav Kumar, Horticulturist
Seeing you create and then perform on stage, your passion is unbounded. A big treat. Another great event. Your great group of singers is truly delightful. We look forward to many more shows. Manoj Kumar, Former Addl. Chief Secretary, Himachal Pradesh, Retd. IAS
Dear Sir, Thank you for all the efforts to bring this show up. It was a very nice program, selection of songs, sequence and the script – absolutely mesmerizing. Besides wonderful presentation, few creative things demonstrated a thoughtfulness. For example, the story line and narrative were absolutely perfect, especially the presence of the next generation of these legends. Hats played an important role in the show, especially when the ladies took it from the seniors for a song. The colour code and the dressing was simple but nice, especially with lighter songs, they used the jacket nicely. Background posters – the collection and bringing them up with the narrative was a superb idea. In between the live show, your instructions to the cameraman to avoid disturbance demonstrated your spirit. Starting dot at 6:30 – displayed absolute commitment to discipline. Volunteers for ushering were absolutely polite, well-mannered and courteous. Hats off to their commitment. Your timely intimation, pre-cursor mails set the tone, allowed planning in advance and ensure that we reached in time. I have done an account transfer of Rs. 10000. Parveen Kumar, National Head–Assurance, ASA & Associates LLP
Par excellence! Your lovely grandsons were a big but a pleasant surprise. Rajendra Kumar, Movie Historian
Dear Prithviji, I wish to thank you for the excellent programme. I must say here that Ibaadat has really evolved a great deal since it began many years ago. This is the 4th programme that I have attended since its inception- Shailendra Ji, Neeraj Ji and Hasrat Saheb. This latest one on Rajinder Krishan Ji was a real gem and a fabulous treat to ‘eyes, ears, heart and soul. The overall presentation (conceptualization to realization) of Ibaadat has greatly improved in the past few years. The synchronization of the presenters with the audio/music and the visual elements in the background was a true “technical feat” which, none can disagree, comes with a lot of practice and co-ordination between the “on-stage” and the “off-stage” team. Kindly extend my congratulations to the support members of your team as well. Last, but not the least, (this is on special request–read “Orders” from my wife) the most touching and lovely item was the presentation of our “national morning prayer in schools “तुम्ही हो माता, पिता तुम्ही हो” by the little ones (your grandsons, if I heard that correctly). We both wish them, Parth & little Dev, a big loving hug and a very bright future. Pramod Kureel, Former Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha)
Pranam. Yesterday it was an exceptional show. Such a well put-together script. You were mind blowing as always. You are such an inspiration. Seeing Parth and Dev performing so well, always make me feel proud. Such confidence and panache are not easy to come by, obviously something they have acquired from you. Ashima Lall
Wanted to thank you for organizing such an amazing show! It was extremely well planned and developed, and had so many nuggets of Rajinder Kumar’s life. Also, I heard a lot of amazing songs and अन्तरे that I wasn’t otherwise aware of… Also, you were looking so nice and different in the red shirt and the suit! Sorry we couldn’t meet you considering everybody wanted to meet you post the show… Also, not to miss the super stars of the show –Dev and Parth. Both of them sang so well, with so much confidence. Rohit Lall, Executive Asst. to Chairman, GMR Group
Great show as always... need I say anything more... Parth and Dev stole my heart...The surprise was the OP Nayyar look Prithsab donned... Punctuality has to be mentioned... Seema Lall
An amazing experience. This was my first Ibaadat show and I can assure you that I will not miss any in the future. Your research vividly showed up in the entire show. All the singers were simply too melodious. Rajinder Krishan would surely be showering his blessings on you from the heaven. Brijesh Lamba
Would like to attend this one again whenever and wherever you organize it. Ashok Lavasa, Former Finance Secretary and Election Commissioner, IAS Retd.
Many thanks Prithvi ji for your special invitation. Your program was truly mesmerising and excellent presentation backed by your long research work of 12 years. Lots of good wishes for your future programs and my special blessings to your grandchildren for wonderful singing. Your show was beautifully performed and got an overwhelming response. Sent you 20k. Rajendra Lavasa, Founder, Rachitech Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
I was privileged to be in the audience. I must say a little comically, that I was introduced to a new brand of Glue... Brand name "Prithvi Haldea"! It held me to my seat for three hours...Very mesmerizing, given that handling a biographical subject could be very difficult ...a great tribute...Credit for the choice of subject...painstakingly fine research work... appropriately changing the emotional gear... all praise! Vijay Loothra
It was great! My sincere appreciation for the wonderful show. Rajiv Luthra
I am speechless… just can’t find the words to express my feelings. It was fabulous. Ramchandra Madhok
Your show was perfect; I cannot find a single fault anywhere in the long show. The research, script, stage design, narration and singers…all too perfect. I have not seen such a show in my lifetime. Your shows are unique. Dr. Rajeev Mahendru
The event was extremely good. I congratulate and complement you for your great efforts and accomplishments. Lalit Maheshwari
Your shows are classy. I am very happy that I had an opportunity to attend your show. And will never miss your shows ever again. Achal Makan
Dear Mr Haldea, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for orchestrating “Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan”. The show was nothing short of a spectacular journey through the life and works of Rajinder sb, and it was evident in the audience’s reaction just how much it resonated with everyone present. The dedication and passion of the team behind the event were palpable, making it a truly memorable experience for me. From the seamless execution to the melodious performances, every aspect of the show was a testament to your hard work and commitment. The concept of remembering great lyricists and your efforts in keeping their memory alive through Ibaadat is truly commendable. Somit Makar
I have attended several of your shows also and each one was excellent. Abha Malhotra, NGO
A very interesting, very well curated and fast-paced program. Dev and Parth stole everyone’s heart. Nandini Malhotra, Former DD Newsreader
Loved the show. Nita (and Hemant) Malhotra
It was an excellent show. Very thoughtfully organized. Dev and Parth stole my heart. Rajni Malhotra, Retd. Teacher
What an awesome program… very simply, it was amazing. The show will be permanently etched in my mind. No one can come even close to your research and the script. Your stage design was so differently good. Your souvenir is worth storing. Ashok Malik
Prithivi ji, The show was as spectacular as all the previous editions. The research and hard work that had gone in was so evident. Vinesh Malik, President-Sales & Marketing, Progressive Infotech (P) Ltd.
Dear Prithvi, It was sheer delight to watch and listen to Nandita, Obaid & your commentary on Rajinder Krishan interspersed by superlative singing by Sarvesh, Sangeeta, Anand, Debu and (our daughter!) Supriya. Haider simply made the melodies more melodious! Every detail was meticulously taken care by your expert direction and supervision! Your grandchildren Parth and Dev really thrilled all of us! It added much authenticity to the program when Rajesh Duggal and Sangeeta Gupta participated so informally and shared the stage with all of you. Of course, the string in the beautiful garland for Rajinder Krishan is your inimitable narration after extensive research on his life! My wife and Manju have resolved to attend all Ibadat programs in future. We look forward to personally inviting you at a mutually convenient evening at our home or your place of choice someday to share our thoughts on our cherished Retro Hindi Film Music! Dr. Ganesh Mani, Chief Cardiac Surgeon, Max Smart Hospital
Dear Prithvi, Deeply researched and beautifully presented. It was an enthralling experience. Pam (and) Maj. General Dr. Raman Kumar Marwaha Retd. Head of Department, INMAS Endocrinology at Thyroid Research Center
It was a fantastic show that you had on Rajinder Krishan ji which we really enjoyed. Each one of the singers was superb. The trivia and anecdotes were very enjoyable. Neetu and Atul Mathur, Retd. Marketing Co-Ordinator, Kodak Dealership
Outstanding. Rishabh Mathur
We had a great time. It was a mesmerizing performance, great research and masterly presentation. S.B. (and Nalini) Mathur, Retd. Chairman, National Stock Exchange of India Ltd.
Dear Prithvi, This is to convey our heartiest thanks and deep appreciation for the opportunity given to us to witness another marvel from Ibaadat. We feel privileged to have participated in almost all your programs and each one has surpassed the earlier one. The energy of all the artists (particularly the singers) is outstanding, not to forget the research, dedication and time spent by each one of you. We bow down to you. Our sincere appreciation again. V.N. Mathur, Partner, Link Legal India Law Service
Dear Prithvi ji, can’t thank you enough for the last-minute invitation. Meeting you was knowing how names impact and reflect the meaning. So down to earth i.e. Prithvi, are you. दिल और रूह को छूने वाली थी आज की शाम! It was indeed such a beautiful tribute to go through the immortal work of immortal Rajinder Krishan ji. A big, big applause and heartfelt thanks to the Ibaadat team for putting up such a melodious, show with their hard work. Sukalpa Mehandru, Founder, Sheenwigs Studio
The show was great. Cannot believe that I stayed glued to my seat for nearly two and a half hours. I fully realize well why you do not have an interval. Uttam Mehrotra, School Teacher
Simply…Magical. Scintillating. A wonderful and soulful evening. You have transferred your passion and devotion to your shows. Your database expertise shows in your script and your audience management. I have made a donation of Rs. 10,000. K.S. Mehta, Managing Partner, S.S. Kothari Mehta & Co.
Thanks for a lovely show. Sanjeev Mehta
Yet another brilliant show. Surely one of its kind blending poetry, music and storytelling. Your husky voice was so great to hear. We are big Ibaadat fans. Vineet Mehra
Prithvi Sir, thank you so much for making it possible to attend such a magical show. It was truly amazing. Celebrating the life and times of the genius Rajinder Krishan-his songs and poetry. What a sublime show of शायरी, song and wit. Truly an evening to remember. Ajit Menon, Designing & Manufacturing Cricket Equipment
Thank you for a stellar show yesterday. It was so outstanding and I learnt so much about a lyricist I knew nothing about. And the range of songs! Anjana Menon, Founder, Contentpixies, Journalist, Former Editor, The Economic Times
It was indeed a pleasure. Arun (and Shuchi) Mishra, IAS Retd., Former Secretary, Housing & Urban Poverty Alleviation
Dear Prithvi, I cannot describe my feelings and emotions that I felt while attending this beautiful event. It was really very well organized and the artists especially Supriya Joshi were amazing and sang so well. As a child, I had listened to all these melodies at home in the 70's on radio and in a way, it was reliving my childhood!! There were so many surprises for me because I had no clue that these songs were composed by Rajinder Krishan. Thanks so much for Ibaadat and this concert. I had a great time. Again, it was a pleasure to have been there. Dr. Gauri Mishra, Prof.& Head-English, College of Vocational Studies
Dear Prithviji, The show was so immersive that I remained mesmerized for a day or two thereafter. You are truly gifted as are your many talented colleagues, including the cute little ones. I would like to make a small personal contribution. Please share the account details of the Foundation. Will send Rs.15,000. Satyananda Mishra, IAS Retd.
Dear Prithvi, Keep up the good work. It was a very enjoyable and educative show. I had no idea that Rajinder Krishan had written the lyrics of some of my favourite songs. Santosh Misra, Director, Citelum India Pvt. Ltd.
This was my first show. I knew Prithvi for his pioneering work in the capital markets, but never knew about his passion for poetry. Very interesting! I hope Parth and Dev have been inducted by you in the Ibaadat team for every show. Priyanka Mitra, Ex Bank of Baroda
Had a wonderful time. Very entertaining program. Thought back nostalgic memories of lovely music and poetry. Very hard work has been put into research and presentation. Arun Mital, USA
Congratulations Prithvi on a great show. Sorry we missed it. Hope you are doing it in other cities-we will surely come. Som Mittal, Former President, NASSCOM
क्या मज़ा आया. Thank you so much for inviting us. Quite amazing how you can do this. Totally in awe of you. Our warmest congratulations. Dr. Rakesh Mohan, Former Executive Director, International Monetary Fund; Former Dy. Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Very happy that we could make it for your show. Paras Mohanty, Retd. Civil Servant
Beyond compare. The singers were the very best. The script was so fast-paced that it did not provide even one dull moment. Very very good. Manjeet Mongia
Dear Sir, It was my great pleasure to have been present in the very successful programme. Three cheers for you all. Once again, many congratulations on such an entertaining and informative musical event. Sohan Lal Nagpal
Prithvi ji. Thank you for the most wholesome experience! The show was put together perfectly! The hard work and love put in by you and your team definitely reflected on stage. We all particularly found the interactive narration of the journey of Rajinder uncle’s life so very beautifully presented. Hope to watch more such shows by Ibaadat. Suchitra (and Rajiv) Nanda, Baker
Dear Mr. Haldea, Thank you ever so much for designing and weaving such a wonderful program. Although the show was for a 2-and-half hours, given the information that you shared, I just wished it would stretch for a bit longer time. I know I sound greedy, but it was such a pleasure to witness the overall presentation really.Looking forward to more such conceptualisations and implementation. Sunitha Narahari, Advocate
I love the format of the concert. Thank you and keep up the excellent work. Ritu Narain, Paper Manufacturing Company
I, and five of my professional friends, were simply thrilled to see the absolutely delightful and superb performance of the artists who were each without exception one better than others. Mr. Haldea, by virtue of his skills at direction, script writing and organizational perfection has achieved the levels of one of the best professional organizers, directors and orators. The best tribute to Mr. Haldea lies in the fact that he has been able to take Ibadat to be the best levels is stage performing arts and in so many cities besides Dubai and audiences keep looking forward to the next shows of Ibaadat in each city. I lack words to pay tributes to Ibaadat and Mr. Haldea. Ramesh Kumar Naroola, Advocate
It was my pleasure. Paresh Nath, Founder, Delhi Press Magazines
Simply outstanding…both days. Ajay Neb, Executive Vice President, Edelweiss
Dear Mr. Haldea, Please send me your bank details. Regards, Sanjit Padhi, Director, Advent Business Advisory Services Pvt. Ltd.
Thanks for a lovely show Even while watching it again, never felt a single moment of boredom. Sundeep Pahwa, Sponsor and Producer of musical, literary and dramatic programmes
Dear Prithvi ji, Thank you so much for a most wonderful show. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it. The songs selected, the medley, the stories et al all were brilliantly enacted. What suggestions can we possibly give except to say keep it up? Lata Pall
A delightful show, which seems to get better and better each time. Young Parth and Dev were definitely the stars onstage and the alaap taken by Dev were so wonderful. Loved the bit of humour added to the show and the acting talents brought out by the team Ibaadat. Mridula Pande
The Ibaadat show was at its zenith and flawless in every aspect. Enjoyed every moment of it. Each year, your program is getting better and better. One after the other, it was a discovery that these songs were written by Rajinderji. The humorous side of Rajinder Krishan was so well brought out. Prithvi’s creativity and execution are praiseworthy. Vivek C. Pande, Retd. CEO-Lifestyle, Khimjis, Oman
Dear Prithviji, What a great innovative show like no other- very interesting, captivating, informative and entertaining. I thank and congratulate you and your entire team for this very hard work which is a service for our society too. My two friends from the academic field join me in thanking you for the excellent show. They are keen to see the previous shows as this was their first time. Pooja's two adorable sons sang sooooo well with ' utaar chadhav' in the voices. Simply amazing. Talent runs in the family. Love and blessings to them. Asha Lata Pandey, Retd. Teacher
It was indeed mesmerizing. Parth and Dev deserved every single clap they got. Gitu Primlani
Congratulations for another feather in your cap. What a beautiful show. Hats off to your research. Parth and Dev were amazing…singing so perfectly. I loved when Dev sung those alaaps so so well. Dr. G.G. Pruthi
Thank you very much from the core of my heart for inviting me to such a wonderful event on our revered Shri Rajender Krishan ji. I express my gratitude for making me a part of such an amazing event and seize the memorable moments. I want to mention here, especially your beautiful narration the events of Shri Rajinder Krishan ji’s journey from Shimla and culminating finally to his abode (karmabhoomi) in Mumbai. Believe me, it was so engrossing that it absorbed all my attention. It was just an audio but the imaginary pictures were unfolding in front of my eyes and it was like watching a movie. Rajesh’s beautiful singing in a tuneful voice was a surprise. Suresh Pujari
Dear Prithvi, We really enjoyed your show. It was very well planned and perfectly executed. Both my wife and are very fond of old songs and listen to them most of the time. I am retired now and live in Noida and spend a lot of time at our mountain cottage in Ranikhet. Many congratulations for organising an evening to remember...remembering legendary Rajinder Kishan ji. Sent you Rs. 3,000. Deepak (and Rekha) Punshi, Retd. General Manager, Automotive Co., Oman
Dear Shri Haldea sahib, Once again, an enthralling experience. Despite attending many of your shows with the same setup, it remains always something that does not allow one to leave the seat. Thanks for maintaining such a high standard. Dr. Narottam Puri, ENT Specialist, Fortis; Sports Journalist and Broadcaster
Dear Mr Haldea, It was a joy to be able to watch the show organized by you. I must say it was meticulously planned and executed. It was a wonderful experience. Let me have the Bank details of your organization for me to contribute whatever little I can, to express my gratitude for this outstanding effort made by you and your colleagues and for making me a part of this enjoyable show. Sanjeev Puri, Sr. Advocate
It was a beautiful nostalgia. Dr. S.Y. Quraishi, Retd, Chief Election Commissioner
Grand show! Perfect script, direction, choice of सदा बहार songs, and excellent singers, including your lovely grandchildren. Ibaadat is truly an expression of ibaadat dedicated to music and music makers. Much appreciation. Anisur Rahman, Sr. Advisor, Rekhta Foundation, Formerly Professor-English, Jamia Millia Islamia
It was great! I attended this show in 2016 also. It was mesmerizing. This time, the singers were really great. Dr. Rita Ranjan, Retd. Doctor, O&G
It was a marvelous experience. Quality, content, execution and timeliness. It started on time and concluded at dot nine. Dr. Sheh Rawat, Oncologist, American Oncology Institute
Very good experience. The admiration for your shows is increasing day by day. You have reached unscalable heights. Anita Relan, Author
Such a superb, fantastic, mesmerizing musical drama. Your presentation style is unique and you should patent it. It was heartening to see a houseful and staying till the end. Swapnali Sachdev, Former Creative Director, ZEE
Thank you so much for the show. I enjoyed myself greatly. Remitted Rs.21000. Ashok Kumar Saha
Congratulations for another great show. Enjoyed every moment of it from start to end. More powers to You. Dharmendra Saha, Rekhta Foundation
The program was beautiful. I have attended all your shows and all have been outstanding. Your singers took the program to the next orbit. Got 12 friends from Agra for this show. Have sent you Rs.25,000.00 Ravindra Kumar Saha, G.M. Industrial Corporation, Agra
Inviting the son of Rajinderji and the daughter of Madan Mohan was very heartening. All the songs selected were just super and all the singers were marvelous. Meenu Sahni, Retd. Teacher
Another stellar performance Prithvi, congratulations to you and the entire Daastaan-e-Rajinder Krishan cast. As you rightly pointed out, many of us were unaware of the depth of RK's contribution to cinema. He has rendered some exquisite lyrics. I did go nostalgic while at Kamani, as I recalled the Binaca geetmala's often mentioned duo of Rajinder Krishan and Madan Mohan. Seems so long ago. You are a great anchor; keep up the good work. All our very best to Ibaadat. Rajiv Sahni, Director, Icon Global Advisory
Dear Prithviji, What a fabulous and super show on my grandfather Shri Rajinder Krishan! Crisp, informative and beautifully written. Enjoyed it thoroughly. It was so well curated and so crisp. Surpassed the previous one in 2016 too! The singers were world class! Kudos to Ibaadat. Kudos for bringing us closer to our roots and culture. Aradhana (Coco) and Rajnish Saluja
It was a very successfully organized show…the audience was enthralled. I feel honoured to be a part of the audience. Gurudas Sandhu
Excellent. Sanjiv Saraf, Chairman, Rekhta/Managing Director, Polyplex Corp. Ltd.
The programmes keep on getting better every time. Rajinder Krishna is a testimony to your masterly touch. It fully tested your core proposition of getting the film lyricists their due. You came out with flying colours. It is easy to do a programme on Sahir, Neeraj or Majrooh who are already such celebrated poets. It was comparatively easy to do Raja Mehdi Ali Khan with his oeuvre of literary works. But to win justice for Rajinder Krishan who has only a body of film songs to speak for him is very difficult. You did it admirably. Your good point is that you give a 360-degree view. Please share bank details as I wish to make a humble contribution of Rs. 25,000. Prashant Saran, Former Whole Time Member, Securities & Exchange Board of India
Hi Prithvi. Excellent. Singing as usual was of a very high quality & also the conversations very informative & very well presented! Enjoyed thoroughly! Heartiest Congratulations to you and your team for another great show…another feather in your cap! Uma Sareen, Dubai
Very well done! It was a refreshing change from the usual film music-based shows with orchestra etc. Anjuman Saxena, Singer
A wonderful experience and a memorable journey down memory lane. We thoroughly enjoyed the show which was designed and put together very well. Sent 5k. Shantanu Sen, Head-Public Policy & Partnerships, Broadcast Audience Research Council
Prithvi ji, It was thrilling to be a part of the Golden era’s super lyricist’s life and lyrics. It was a show which left the audience spellbound. Supriya is a God’s gift to the mankind. Your passion also shows in getting the music recorded especially by you, and that too at the hands of a very competent music director. Nandita’s anchoring was world class. Thank you very much for all that painstaking research. Your show has a sleek and high production value as well! Jawahar Lal Sehgal
You are simply out of the world. Your script and compèring were amazing. The two and half hours took us to a magical, nostalgic world. I applauded several several times. Dr. Anoop Seth
Excellent show. Each better than the earlier ones. Ankita Sethi
Compliments to Prithvi on conceptualizing, creating. gathering artists, presenting such program. You deserve Padma Shri in January 2025. Suresh Kumar Sethi, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Insurance Foundation of India
It was indeed a wonderful experience. Rathi Shanker
It was the most perfect music show. Sharmila Sharan
A wonderful experience. Anita Sharma, Homeopathic Doctor
Dear Prithvi, Once again, we were floored and overwhelmed by the wonderful program of Ibaadat. All the artists were so so good and the presentation was awesome. We thank you extensively for continuing this wonderful tradition of honouring the great artistes of the yesteryears. Dr. Anshu Sharma, Addl. Director & HoD, Central Government Health Service
Excellent show. It was sad that the lyricists were the most neglected. It is simply great that you have created a niche, by focusing only on the lyricists, who actually deserve the maximum credit for the golden era. Dr. Hitesh Sharma
As a lyricist, it was a humbling experience listening to Rajinder Krishanji’s songs, anecdotes from his life and since the show, I am just thinking of him. While I knew him more than any average person, this gave me a deeper view into his talent and magnanimous personality. It was mighty impressive, beyond words. I can only say that I cherished every moment and I think I am now going to get associated with Ibaadat. Jugnu Sharma, Capgemini
Respected Prithvi Sahab, I am really thankful to Subhash ji to introduce me to you.It was indeed an honour to attend ‘’दास्तान-ए-राजेंद्र कृष्ण”. It was a blessed 3 hours show with background and research work of at least 300 hard and dedicated hours. I have never experienced anything like this in my life till now. I am thrilled to see your enthusiasm and true music love to bring the lyricists to the world. Part and Dev are your real reflection, and you have induced so much of passion into them. Prakash Chandra Sharma, Vice President, Center for Civilisation Studies
Yet again an outstanding show. For hours after the show at a dinner with my friends, we kept talking about your show. Each one mentioned at least 2-3 songs (where you did only मुखड़ा) which they felt should have been sung fully. Everyone has some favourites. But we do realize you cannot fit in more songs. You should take your shows to UK and USA…I would be happy to provide you with a lot of support. Enjoyed thoroughly. Ranjan Sharma, Managing Director, Star Global Resources Ltd.
Dear Mr. Prithvi, It was indeed our pleasure to be part of the Ibaadat Foundation family to witness one of the most mesmerizing evenings, reliving the life of Shri Rajinder Krishan, the lyricist. As always, the narration and singing complemented each other befittingly. Satya P. Sharma, Retd. Inspector General (Coast Guard)
Yet another wonderful show. A class of its own. Live conversation with Rajinder Krishan’s son and Madan Mohan’s daughter enriched the show. An excellent tribute to Rajinder Krishan. Lyrics are surely the reason why a song becomes immortal. The highlight of the show was two ‘school kids” praying with total devotion and singing this as a duet so perfectly. Seeta Sharma, Interior Designer
Haldeasaheb, The programme was mesmerizing and touching and we thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. Kudos to you and your dedicated team. Surya Kant Sharma, Sr. Consultant-All India In-charge of Investor Awareness Segment, Association of Mutual Funds in India
Dear Prithviji, The event was most enjoyable, made with precision and high quality. All singers were the finest, as always. Will make bank transfer in the next 3 days. Shahid Sheikh
Rajinder Krishan came alive. Thanks to Ibaadat. Evening of melody, music and life of a legend who wrote 5 songs in a day, which are hits even now. Great evening. Congratulations Prithviji, for carrying on the musical saga. Please accept my modest contribution of 1 lakh. Suresh Shetty, Managing Director, Emerging Securities Pvt. Ltd.
We thank you for the excellent program…enjoyed every moment of it. It was just perfect; could not have been better. Shailendra Sibal
Prithvi. Hats off to you. What an amazing show on such a lesser-known lyricist. I knew every song but could not believe these were all written by Rajinder ji. B.S. Sidhu
Prithvi ji, We are blessed that we got invited; this was our first experience of an Ibaadat show. We laud you for the exemplary work you are doing in promoting the lyricists. Sudip Sikka, Portfolio Manager
Prithvi ji, We have been attending your shows for several years and were privileged to attend this show. The show was wonderfully organized, as always. What a marvelous program! The choice of songs, the singers, …everyone was superb and elegant. Your grandchildren gave me goose bumps. Abha Singh
Prithvi… Thoroughly enjoyed the show. Ashok Pal Singh, Former MD & CEO, India Post Payment Bank & Dy. Director General of Aadhaar
The elaborate research and the script were truly amazing. Thank you for bringing to life such a wonderful concept, through yet another lyricist. Sharp at 6.30 pm, the magic show started. May God give Prithvi a long healthy life so that he continues to weave this magic. Baldev Singh
Congratulations for producing the play and also being involved in staging plays from Indian musical history. I am enclosing herewith a cheque of Rs.21,000/- from our Trust, as our small contributions to Ibaadat Foundation. D.P. Singh, Chairman, Sara International Pvt. Ltd.
It was our 1st show…we were mesmerized. Dr. Hari Singh and Dr. Asha Hari Singh Homeopathy Doctors
Dear Prithvi ji, Thanks for hosting such a beautiful show. This was one of the best shows of Ibaadat. The show was precise, well balanced in terms of narration and songs. It gave a very special touch to the lyricist with the presence of immediate family members. The singers as usual were outstanding and you as a narrator nailed it. Special thanks to the juniors, your grandsons, for adding cuteness to the show. Transferred Rs. 11000. Inder Mohan Singh, Partner, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co.
What an endearing show! It was a well-researched, well-presented and a very punctual program. His best songs were chosen, and these were sung so melodiously by your artists. The highlight was the two young adorable Haldea kids. Mahinder Singh
An extremely great presentation as always. Your commitment and passion are so visible. Your singers are very melodious. You have mastered the art of including so many songs with just the मुखड़ा and many starting with the अंतरा. It is amazing how your singers, move so effortlessly and perfectly to an अंतरा after a मुखड़ा in a different scale. Poonam Singh
Sir, we really enjoyed the show. Sanjiv Singh, Jt. Secretary, Dept. for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce
Thoroughly enjoyed. Almost all shows based on Hindi film songs focus almost entirely on the music and singing; lyricists are either not mentioned or a small reference is made of them. You put the poets centrestage. The show was an experience. We hope you will continue this honorable work. Gajendra S. Singhvi, Managing Director, Hindustan Fibres Ltd.
In one word…outstanding. Vedika Singhvi, LKS & Co.
Sincere complements Prithvi ji for a brilliant show. For me, the singing was the best ever. We enjoyed every minute. Anil Sinha, Sr. Consultant, IMF
Dear Prithvi ji, Me and my wife express heartfelt thanks to you for giving us an opportunity to attend the wonderful show. It was indeed a very well organised event attended by highly disciplined and distinguished audience. You deserve a big applause for conducting this event so meticulously. Arun K. Sinha, Former UN Diplomat, Govt. of India
It was beautifully conceptualised, showcasing the life, times and compositions of this great lyricist. R.K. Sinha, Head-South Asia, European Broadcasting Union
Dear Haldea ji. Let me appreciate the performances, direction, stage decor and the songs you have chosen, it was amazing, thank you so much for arranging this kind of programs, l have never seen this kind of audience with pin drop silence. Just keep it up n keep in touch. Also, please let me know how I can connect with Ibaadat. Vivek Sinha, Graphisads Ltd.
Feel very privileged. Some kids are born with a silver spoon; your kids were surely born with a golden voice. It was great to see the life of the lyricist encapsulated beautifully in 2.5 hours. Raj Sirohi
Excellent. Pure nostalgia. Thoroughly enjoyed! Why do all your shows end so soon? Shruti Sobti, Beautician
I was totally enthralled and totally mesmerized by your magic. इतना मज़ा आया…लफ़्ज़ों में कैसे बयान करूँ ? Subhash Soni
Today's show was simply outstanding. We are proud we know you and you must be proud in making so many of us so happy. Bharti Sood
Got to listen to so many of my favourite songs. Jyotsna Sood
Mr. Haldea, We enjoyed the program that was well planned and executed. It was interesting to know so much about a lyricist's life whom otherwise we normally know only to a limited extent of the songs they have written. All the singers performed well and songs selection were also excellent. Thanks for providing an evening of good entertainment. Gopal Srinivasan, Retd. Director & CFO, Essar Oil Exploration Co.
I was totally mesmerized. Your programmes stand out as different because of the content and its narration. We learnt so much about the poet. His wit and humour were phenomenal. Your rapport with the audience was unique. Gurcharan Talwar, Retd. Army
Enjoyed every minute of the show. Sudhir Tandon, Managing Director, Autofirex LLP
You weaved the magic so perfectly. It was a unique experience. It was great! Dr. Veena Tandon
A flawless presentation. Narinder Thukral, Retd. Banker
Pleasure, as always. Dr. Reva Tripathi, Sr. Consultant, Sitaram Bhartia Hospital
Dear Haldea Saab, The programme on Rajinder Krishan ji was most enjoyable as expected. The layout of the programme was very good and informative. It makes one not only to listen and enjoy the music but also gives us an opportunity to learn about various facets of the lyricist’s personal life, which is so very nice. I am making a donation of Rs.8000. Dr. Anil Kumar Tyagi, Former Vice Chancellor, GGS Indraprastha University
Dear Sri Prithvi, The show was a memorable event as usual. Our heart was brimming with nostalgia. Cherry on top was the presence of Rajinder Krishan's son and Madan Mohan's daughter. Please send your bank details. Jyothi Unniraman, Retd. All India Management Association
Dear Prithvi, Just wanted to thank you for hosting the musical evening dedicated to the lyrics legend Rajinder Krishan. What a remarkable performance-so well curated and conducted. Both of us thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it Hearty compliments to you & your entire team! Also, thanks to Priyanka for reserving two good seats for us... so thoughtful of her Keep it up! You have our unequivocal support. Sending Rs.10,000. Ravi (and Geeta) Uppal, Chairman & Managing Director, Steel Infra Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
It was a great experience. The audience were transported to that era for a few hours. A unique experience of keeping all the audience in the same state of mind, an impossible task in today's world of diversion and distraction. I really feel that you have an infinite audience on this earth and all cannot be confined to Kamani Auditorium. So, you will have organize in different parts of the cities to for a larger audience. Let more and more people watch your unique show and enjoy the paradise state for few hours, a great escape from this mundane world. K. Vaidyanathan, Retd. Spic Macay
A splendid program…just amazing. V.P. Venkatesh, Consultant, Zuno General Insurance Co.
It was an excellent, amazing show. Very well researched and very well directed. The performance by your grandchildren was excellent. They are truly talented. Balbir (and Vinita) Verma, Founder, Balbir Verma & Associates
Dear Prithviji, The show was superb. It is so special and fulfilling. It is not like any regular music programme where a few singers sing the songs of a singer or music director. While Ibaadat’s programme is made to remember and honour the lyricist but the way it is crafted, it brings out a complete biography of the lyricist, -his early life, passion and struggle and his philosophy of life through his songs. It is so very unique. I have spoken to a few friends about the creative and original work the Ibaadat is doing. They are impressed and have promised to make donations. Mahendra Nath Verma, Sr. Advisor, BSR Associates
Dear Prithvi ji, It really was a better ‘Wonderful experience of enjoyment’ than watching any super hit movie or visiting our favorite holidays location. It was a spell-bound show which kept us glued for the entire duration. Looking forward to enjoying more shows of this respectful foundation. Rajinder Kumar (and Poonam) Verma, Retd. Sr. Construction Manager, Larsen & Toubro Ltd.
I was highly impressed by the singers, the story, the visuals, and the narration. Your grandchildren's singing was outstanding. Roshan Verma
Your show connected with us emotionally. Please keep doing such shows and please keep connecting with hearts. One can clearly see the perfect delivery by both the kids, but what moves you even more is the seriousness of Dev. Shalini Verma
The amount of labor in terms of such deep research which goes into creating such a masterpiece show is incredible and so is your remembering those lyricists about whom hardly anyone talks or remembers when we listen such beautiful and meaningful songs/ghazals. As you rightly mentioned, some films were hits only because of songs. Keep doing this great work. It was a privilege being invited to the show. Ashok Kumar Vermani, Corporate Consultant
Very very good. You are par excellence in storytelling. Dr. Arvind Virmani, Chairman, Egrow-Foundation for Economic Growth & Welfare
Thank you Prithvi ji. We both enjoyed the show. The format is unique. The singers were good. We got an undisturbed view from the balcony. Anil Wadhwa, Retd., Reliance Industries Ltd./IOC
Dear Prithvi Bhai, This show was thoughtfully curated and staged. Just one word to describe the 2.5 hours experience…fabulous!! As always, we would like to have at least 3 Ibaadat shows in Delhi every year. I have made a donation of Rs. 20,000 to you. Inder Walia, Sr. Advisor & Board Member
Super fantastic show. Swati Wangnoo, Kathak Exponent
This musical drama was the best I have seen. Your script is so fast-paced and your direction impeccable. Fantastic. It was worth every minute. A splendid performance. Your attention to detail and depth are simply unique. Great that your program started and ended dot on time. Amayraa Yadav, Founder & Partner, Shudhhikaran
Dear Prithvi ji, The show is very well conceptualised, directed and presented. Overall, the experience was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed every moment! The singers were great- एक से बढ़ कर एक! And the best part was to see your two grandsons singing so well at such an early age! Ramesh K. Yadav, Retd. Commissioner-Income Tax