The Burning Ghat - Rishab Rikhiram Sharma (Official Music Video) | Sitar for Mental Health

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‘The Burning Ghat’ is Rishab Rikhiram Sharma’s heartfelt tribute to the eternal flame of Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi - a sacred site where the cycle of life ends and the soul finds Moksh (liberation). This evocative soundscape blends traditional Indian instruments with electronic synths, symbolizing the bridge between the ancient and the new. Inspired by his journey to Burning Man in the US — where a ceremonial fire marks the end of the festival, releasing emotions and grief — this composition channels the transformative power of fire, both spiritual and symbolic.

Audio:
Composed by - Rishab Rikhiram Sharma
Written by - Rishab Rikhiram Sharma
Produced by - Rishab Rikhiram Sharma
Mixing Engineers - Hanish Taneja & Rishab Sharma
Mastering Engineer - Hanish Taneja

Performers:
Prashant Trivedi - Tabla
Shaan Chhadva - Piano
Rakesh Bhardwaj - Percs
Utkarsh - Additional Production
Mir Desai - Additional Production and Audio Editing
Background vocals - Rishab Rikhiram Sharma

A very special Thanks to:
Mr. Anil Ambani
Our Hospitality Partner - BRIJ Hotels, Brijrama Palace, Kashi.
Udit Kumar (Brij Hotels)
Gautam Khanna (Brij Hotels)
Shri Vishwa Bhushan Mishra
ACP Nitin Taneja
SI Prakash Singh
Ganga Seva Nidhi

Video:
Concept by - Rishab Rikhiram Sharma
Co-Directed by - Rishab Rikhiram Sharma & Tushar Kalia
Cinematographer - Vishal Anand
Editor - Pralay Valanju
DI Colorist - Rahul Verma
DI Producer - Faiz Syed
DI Production Head - Nirmal Gala
DI Business Head, India - Niraj Sanghai
Line Producer - Gyan Prakash Pandey
Dancers - Shivanshu Soni, Ananya Bera
Stylist for Rishab - Ami Patel
Stylist for Rishab - Anoushka Damani
Stylists for Dancers - Shivangi Singh Rajput, Taruna Seth.
Hair for Rishab - Affinity Hair Salon, Shadab
Makeup for Rishab - Priyanshu Singh
Hair & Makeup for Dancers - Madhurima Singh
Production House - OTS Productions LLP
Executive Producer - Sagar Keswani
Associate Producer - Siddharth Koul
Assistant Producer - Hemant Israni
Production Design/Art Director - Anusha Prabhu
Art Assistant - Pranjal Acharya

Sitars custom made by Maestro Sanjay Rikhiram Sharma

Outfits:
Torani
Rimple & Harpreet
Shantnu Nikhil
431-88
Manish Malhotra
Jigar Mali
Vanmalinay Couture

Jewellery:
Shri Paramani
Sheetal Zaveri
Raniwala 1881

Rishab’s Management Team:
Jovan Martins
Prerna Shah
Faizan Khan

About Rishab Rikhiram Sharma:
A New York-based sitarist, composer, and mental health advocate, Rishab Rikhiram Sharma is dedicated to blending Indian classical music with modern twists. Born into the renowned Rikhi Ram family, Rishab's journey began at age 10 under his father, Sanjay Sharma, and the legendary Pt. Ravi Shankar, who took him on as his last disciple. Rishab continues to champion mental health awareness through his music, performing at prestigious stages worldwide, including the White House, and inspiring global audiences.

Follow Rishab on:
Instagram: @rishabsmusic
Facebook: @rishabsmusic
SoundCloud: @rishabsmusic
Website: rishabsharma.com

Bookings & Inquiries: info@rishabsharma.com

All rights reserved by Rishab Rikhiram Sharma 2025.

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