RED FM's South Side Story in New Delhi - (top right): Chendavadyam - the percussion ensemble of drums from Kerala; (bottom left): The band Agam rocking a packed house

93.5 RED FM has wrapped up the second leg of its unique and first-of-its-kind festival, South Side Story -- focused on bringing the music, cuisine and culture of South India to other regions -- in Delhi.

The festival took place at Zorba MG Road, Delhi, and drew more than 2000 footfalls.

RED FM's South Side Story in Delhi

The event commenced with the flavors of South with Sadhya - a sumptuous lunch, spread on a banana leaf and especially curated by Mahabelly. The melodious sounds of Chendavadyam, a percussion ensemble of drums from Kerala, added to the celebration. Bringing in the fusion of rock and Carnatic music infused with elements of jazz, the evening left the audiences captivated with an eloquent mix of soulful songs.

The music performances began with the band Aruvi which got things going, and ended on a high note with prominent Indie bands Agam and Thaikuddam Bridge giving electrifying performances that captivated the crowd. While Agam infused a heady mix of Carnatic compositions and rock, Thaikuddam Bridge presented the audiences with diverse music inclusive of folk and classical sounds that created a unique musical experience.

Nisha Narayanan, COO & Director, RED FM & Magic FM, said, “The Delhi edition of South Side Story turned out to be epic post a big show in Mumbai. South Side Story, an on-ground extension of RED Indies, is yet another step towards encouraging Independent artists and regional music across the country.

“After bringing the best of South to Delhi and Mumbai, we are focused on taking the momentum a notch higher by reaching out to other regions across the country. Our entire team at RED FM is extremely happy with the overwhelming response received from Delhi, which was a sold-out gig like Mumbai, making the festivals a massive hit with the audiences.”

Be it food aficionados, music enthusiasts or anyone seeking an authentic cultural experience, the event had something in store for everyone. In addition, immersive theatre artists told fascinating tales of benevolent King Mahabali and Vamana in a fun and dramatic way. RED FM’s South Side Story was a treat for both Malayalis and non-Malayalis who experienced the rich culture of South India first-hand in Delhi.

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