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Rishab Rikhiram Sharma to Bring His Sitar Experience to Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena

The fifth-generation sitar player will perform in Dubai on January 30, 2027, in a live experience combining Indian classical music, mindfulness and contemporary wellness.

Rishab Rikhiram Sharma sits cross-legged on a stage while playing a large sitar under soft spotlight.

Acclaimed sitar player Rishab Rikhiram Sharma is set to perform live at Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai, on January 30, 2027 , bringing his distinctive interpretation of Indian classical music to audiences in the UAE. The performance is presented by Pantheon Art, Culture, Real Estate and executed by HOP Events , as part of Pantheon ACR’s growing focus on live cultural and artistic experiences in the region. A fifth-generation sitar player, Sharma has emerged as one of the contemporary musicians introducing the traditional Indian instrument to a new generation of listeners. His performances extend beyond the conventional classical concert format, exploring the relationship between music, mindfulness, stillness and mental well-being . The upcoming Dubai performance is expected to follow that approach, using the sitar as the centrepiece of an immersive live experience designed to encourage audiences to slow down, reconnect and experience Indian classical music through a contemporary lens. A New Generation of Indian Classical Music Sharma’s work reflects a broader evolution taking place within Indian classical music, where centuries-old traditions are increasingly reaching younger and more…