Shaam-e-Mehfil: A Soulful Evening of Sufi and Ghazal Music

✨ Shaam-e-Mehfil: Pure Ghazal & Sufi. Pure soul. One beautiful winter night in London. 🌙

🗓️ Date & Time: Saturday, December 13 | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM

📍 Venue: Hichki Restaurant — 16–18 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1EW

⏰ Doors open 7:00 PM

🌟 About the Event

London, let the heart go quiet.

Dil Se Bollywood invites you to a winter-special Ghazal & Sufi Night—pure ghazal and Sufi kalaam, soul-stirring poetry, and warm candlelit vibes at Hichki London. 🌙🕯️

What to expect

• Pure Ghazal & Sufi repertoire: kalaam, ghazals, qawwāli-inspired and contemporary renditions 🎼
• Two powerful voices: Varun Sharma & Sohini Dey 🎤
• New-gen textures: electric guitar, light percussion, drums & bass 🪄
• Warm ambience: low lights, close seating, soft visuals 🌟
• Food & drinks: order à la carte from Hichki’s Mumbai-inspired menu 🍛🍹 (sold separately)

🎼 The Sound of the Evening

🎤 Varun Sharma — Lead Vocalist, SHOONYA

A dynamic, versatile singer with 10+ years of stage and studio work, Varun began singing at age 10. He holds a B.A. in Music and trained under Sri Narendra Srivastava ji (Patiala Gharana, Amritsar)—the lineage behind many of India’s great voices. Featured on “Hindustan Ke Hunarbaaz” (Life OK, Mumbai), Varun’s range moves from meditative Sufi to powerful contemporary—always precise, always heartfelt. Now the lead vocalist of SHOONYA, he fuses the soul of Indian music with modern rock energy—passion, control, and deep audience connect. 🔥🎶

🎤 Sohini Dey — Award-winning Vocalist

Best Ghazal Singer (Clef Music Awards 2025) and Sa Re Ga Ma Pa “Battle of the Bands” winner, Sohini brings a silken tone, immaculate sur, and devotional poise to Sufi poetry—think grace, depth, and effortless feel. 🌹

🎶 Anticipated Songs & Artists
Performed by Varun Sharma & Sohini Dey with musical ensemble.

Originals (Live) ✍️✨
Mohabbat Teri • Jaane De

Sufi & Ghazal Classics 🌙🕯️
Sheher Dar Sheher • Koi Fariyaad • Rasm-e-Ulfat • Niyat-e-Shauq • Gham Ka Khazana • Hungama Hai Kyon Barpa • Tumko Dekha Toh Khayal Aaya • Chupke Chupke • Jhuki Jhuki Si Nazar • Hoshwalon Ko Khabar Kya • Humko Kiske Gham Ne Maara • Phir Le Aaya Dil

Bollywood / Sufi Favourites 🎬🎻
Ishaaron Ishaaron Mein • Mayabini (Bengali)

Devotional & Sufi Spirit 🕌💫
Mere Maula Karam Ho Karam • Sajda • Afreen Afreen

Featured Duets 🎤🎤
Gham Ka Khazana • Phir Chidi Raat • Kothe Te A Aaiyan (folk) • Afreen Afreen • Sajda • Ishaaron Ishaaron Mein • Ek Pyar Ka Nagma Hai • Kina Sona Tenu Rab Ne Banaya • Sanu Ik Pal Chain

Notes: The set will be curated live to match the evening’s flow; song order and selections may vary.

📍 Venue & Vibe

Join us at Hichki London (16–18 Whitechapel Road, E1 1EW)—a modern Indian restaurant inspired by Mumbai’s vibrant flavours, right in the heart of London—for an evening curated for music connoisseurs and culture lovers alike. Enjoy the intimate setting, stylish décor, and order from Hichki’s Mumbai-inspired menu (food & drinks available separately).

Come for the food, stay for the soul-stirring music. This is the perfect Saturday night out to unwind, listen, and connect with the depth of Indian music and poetry.

🅿️Parking
No onsite car park at Hichki (plan public/nearby car parks).

• Closest car parks (walk time):
• 1. Whitechapel High Street Car Park (NCP), Spreadeagle Yard, E1 7RA — ~6–8 min walk.
  2. Minories Car Park (City of London), 1 Shorter St, E1 8LP — ~12–15 min walk; 265 spaces; EV charging.
  3. NCP Thomas More Square, 1 Nesham St, E1W 1YU — ~15–18 min walk.
  4. Pre-bookable spaces near Aldgate East/Whitechapel via JustPark/YourParkingSpace (often cheaper for evenings).
• On-street parking: Limited and controlled by Tower Hamlets CPZ—hours vary by street (some zones run to 10 PM near Brick Lane). Always check local signs; don’t assume it’s free in the evening.
• Charges & zones (drivers):
  • Congestion Charge hours on Saturday are 12:00–18:00—your 8–10 PM arrival is outside charging hours.
  • Area is within ULEZ (24/7); non-compliant vehicles pay a charge.
• Public transport (easiest): Aldgate East Tube (District/H&C) is ~2–3 min walk from Hichki.

🎟 Secure your tickets now—limited seating available for this exclusive Sufiana Mehfil!

Please note that food and beverages are available for purchase separately and are not included in the event ticket price.

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