Aditya: I’ve learnt discipline from dad

Soumya Vajpayee (HINDUSTAN TIMES; November 14, 2024)

While Udit Narayan has been a music legend for decades, his son, singer Aditya Narayan, too, has been rendering songs since childhood and also has some hit playback outings to his credit. Lately, the duo has been performing concerts together. Having done the Bade Miyan Chote Miyan shows in the US last month, Udit and Aditya will take the stage for a charity concert in Mumbai tomorrow. The idea behind the show is to raise funds to support underprivileged kids with cancer. On Children’s Day today, we get the father-son duo talking about learning from each other and sharing the stage.

On teaming up for shows
Udit: Performing together, as a team, has been a rewarding experience for us. As father and son, we share a bond that goes beyond music, and being able to bring that dynamic to the stage is a blessing. Teaming up has allowed us to blend our strengths and cater to a wider audience.
Aditya: It’s given me a chance to learn from my dad’s years of experience.

On learning from each other
Udit: I’ve learnt so much from Aditya. His energy, modern approach to music and understanding of today’s audience are inspiring. He brings a fresh perspective that sometimes even challenges me to think differently, keeping me young at heart.
Aditya: From Dad, I’ve learnt discipline, passion and the timeless quality that music can hold. He has a certain warmth and dedication on stage, and his ability to connect with audiences of all ages is something I deeply admire.

On performing for a cause:
Udit: Music has a way of healing and lifting spirits, and if our songs can bring even a small moment of happiness to these children, it’s worth every effort. We wish to create an atmosphere where they can forget their worries and have fun. Our set includes some fun and upbeat numbers.
Aditya: When the chance to perform for kids battling cancer presented itself, we didn’t think twice. We will keep the show very interactive. It’s more than just a performance for us. We’ve put a lot of heart into this show.

Catch it live:
What: Bade Miyan Chote Miyan
When: November 15
Where: Shanmukhananda Auditorium, Sion
Timing: 6.30 pm