In a historic cultural celebration, Pushpa Pradip Chaudhary, a gifted and versatile singer from Pune, Maharashtra, etched her name into the record books by performing a nonstop solo singing marathon featuring 51 Marathi Lavani and Bollywood songs over 5 hours, all accompanied by live music.
The musical feat took place at the iconic Yashwantrao Chavan Natyagruh in Kothrud, Pune, with the performance commencing at 9:50 AM and concluding at 2:46 PM on the same day. The event was supported by five talented musicians, who accompanied Chaudhary as she showcased the richness of Maharashtra’s Lavani folk tradition—a powerful blend of rhythm, storytelling, and emotion.
This record-breaking performance was not just an artistic achievement, but a heartfelt tribute to Maharashtra’s cultural roots. The event aimed to revive and promote the traditional Marathi Lavani culture, which has played a vital role in shaping the state’s performing arts identity.
“I wanted to create an experience that pays homage to the Lavani legacy and inspires the next generation to embrace and celebrate our cultural music,” said Pushpa Pradip Chaudhary after her performance, which received a standing ovation from the audience.
Cultural enthusiasts, folk artists, and music lovers gathered in large numbers to witness the event, which has been officially recognized as a new record in the realm of solo Lavani singing marathons.
This initiative adds momentum to the growing movement to preserve India’s regional art forms and highlights how traditional music continues to captivate hearts across generations.
