Without Bollywood stars, India’s classical traditions take centre stage at BRICS

Source: The Tribune | Original Published At: 2026-09-11 08:22:08 UTC

Key Points

• Around 160 artists will perform at the BRICS Symphony during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s gala dinner at Bharat Mandapam.
• The Indian contingent will represent four classical dance traditions: Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, Odissi and Kathak.
• Traditional Indian instruments, musicians from other BRICS countries and vocal renditions will feature in the 25-minute performance.
• No Bollywood stars have been announced for the cultural presentation, which focuses on India’s classical traditions.
• Artists from BRICS countries have joined the BRICS Friendship Mural project under the theme 'Sangam', symbolizing cultural confluence.
• The cultural program aligns with India’s BRICS Culture Track and follows the XI BRICS Culture Ministers’ Meeting in Bhopal.
• The Bhopal Declaration adopted at the culture ministers’ meeting seeks to strengthen cultural cooperation among BRICS members and partner countries.