| MONTREAL
- An entertainment spectacle by Karma at the Olympia
Theater on Aug 25 has created a history of sorts when over a
thousand fans thronged in for a delightful evening of great
music.
Promoter
Kailash Patel’s efforts finally paid off, when the show's
international Indi-pop sensation Sukhbir sent a virtual jolt of
electricity into the crowd, enthralling the audience with an
array of Bhangra numbers ranging from Gal Ban Gayee to Sauda
Khara Khara.
Accompanied
by several dhol (drum) players, the Dubai-based phenomenon left
the crowd screaming for more in between each song. His
last tune onstage, Ishq, proved to be the ultimate grand finale,
as he included over-the-top histrionics such as stage-jumping
and water-dousing.
The
ensemble of Canadian and international stars present that night
did not cease to amaze. Men, women, and children of all ages
were spotted laughing, dancing, clapping, and jumping.
Complemented by a set of beautiful and talented dancers, the
Montreal-based singing group Josh wowed their hometown crowd
with songs from their hit album, Main Hoon Tanha.
Another
local singer known simply as “Charan G.” proved that he will
soon be a force to be reckoned with in and around the Indian pop
music scene with his intriguing tunes Khaan and Mehfil.
The
charming British-Indian songster Sophiya Choudury set the venue
ablaze with her arsenal of hits, including the extremely catchy
Habibi.
The
stars from Piyush Pandya’s recent hit film American Desi (Deep
Katdare, Purva Bedi, and Kal Penn) collectively made an
incredibly funny and distinguished guest appearance, charming
the crowd with an extremely frivolous skit.
Additional
comedy was provided by Toronto-based comedian Russell Peters,
who skillfully intertwined his role as emcee with his
no-holds-barred stand-up act. Sharma sisters of Toronto helped
the organizers in putting up the show.
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