From Kirtidan Gadhvi to Jignesh Kaviraj: Dhollywood singers who have kept folk music alive

Music in all its forms is the perfect medicine for the ailing soul. And when it comes to folk music, it is a different world in itself. There’s culture, there are details from the olden times about how life used to be and there are so many more things that folk songs bring with them that it is truly a treasure that various cultures in India behold. So, when Gujarati singers recreate traditional folk songs, they remind people of their roots and introduce to the younger generations the various cultural aspects that their ancestors had carefully crafted. Doing this great work of carrying the Gujarati traditions ahead, singers Kirtidan Gadhvi, Jignesh Kaviraj and others have been presenting some soulful folk songs to today’s generation. Let’s take a look at how these singers have kept folk culture alive.

Kirtidan Gadhvi is a popular name in Gujarati music world and the singer has risen to fame across the country with his soothing voice. Gadhvi has entertained the audience with several hits like ‘Laadki’, ‘Gori Radha Ne Kaalo Kaan’ and ‘Nagar Me Jogi Aaya’ among other popular tracks. Likewise, he is also known for his traditional numbers and has even performed them at many live concerts to some huge applause. The singer is quite popular when it comes to the days of Navratri.

Geeta Rabari has won hearts with her songs in Dhollywood and is yet another singing talent in the Gujarati world that is rare to find. Geeta has conquered millions of hearts with her delightful numbers like 'Kone Pade Entry', 'Dhol Nagada', 'Vat Pade Se Gujarat Ma', 'Ma Tara Ashirwad' and many more. The 'Rona Sherma' is known for her songs as she gives them a unique twist by mixing folk with pop music.

Singer Kinjal Dave is considered to be one of the most sought after Dhollywood singers. She started her career at a very young age and grabbed the attention of audiences with her hit song 'Chaar Chaar Bangdi'. Kinjal is not only known for her voice but is also an inspiration for her hard work. She has performed at many stage shows, and is well-known for her devotional and folk songs.

The singer hails from Kheralu, near Mehsana. Jignesh is known for his acting and singing skills. He has acted in many films like ‘Radha Ni Badha’, ‘Sajan Preet Ni Jagma Thase Jeet’, ‘Jiv Thi Vali Mari Janudi’ among others. Apart from this, every year, Jignesh performs during the festive season of Navratri in Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Patan, Surat and other parts of Gujarat. The singer has huge fan following on his social media handle and is loved for his folk songs as well.