“I Should Be Remembered for ‘Gangasnan,’ Not ‘Gandi Baat,’” Says Bhojpuri Singer Kalpana Patowary

“I Should Be Remembered for ‘Gangasnan,’ Not ‘Gandi Baat,’” Says Bhojpuri Singer Kalpana Patowary

Celebrating the spiritual significance of the Ganga during the world’s largest religious gathering, Maha Kumbh 2025, renowned Bhojpuri singer Kalpana Patowary launched her new Bhojpuri album Gangasnan at the Delhi Press Club. The event was graced by Swami Chakrapani Maharaj, the National President of Akhil Bharat Hindu Mahasabha, and national leader Jayprakash Nishad.

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Originally from Assam, Kalpana Patowary has captivated Bhojpuri audiences with her soulful songs. Her Bhojpuri tracks, especially those released during Chhath Puja, have won her the hearts of Biharis, who now regard her as “Bihar’s Daughter.” She considers Bhojpuri her chosen medium of expression.

While Patowary has sung a wide variety of Bhojpuri songs, Gangasnan marks a significant departure. This time, she has turned to literature, lending her voice to the works of the “Shakespeare of Bhojpuri,” Bhikhari Thakur. The song Gangasnan, penned by Bhikhari Thakur, is a tribute to the spiritual and cultural heritage of Bihar. Speaking about this project, Patowary expressed her wish to be remembered for her rendition of Gangasnan, rather than her earlier hits.

Reflecting on her career, Patowary admitted to singing all kinds of songs in collaboration with Bhojpuri artists like Pawan Singh. However, she hopes her legacy will now be tied to Bhikhari Thakur’s masterpiece, Gangasnan. When asked about the pollution in the Ganga, she stated, “We consider the Ganga our mother. No matter her condition, she is our mother, and we can always embrace her.”

The music for Gangasnan has been composed by Louis Banks, and the video was filmed at Varanasi’s Manikarnika Ghat, known as the “Great Cremation Ground.” Highlighting the purifying power of the Ganga, the video captures the essence of faith and spirituality. Patowary shared her intention to make this song resonate internationally, incorporating guitar elements to connect with global audiences, inspired by the many foreigners embracing Sanatan Dharma in Varanasi.

Gangasnan represents a groundbreaking collaboration in Bhojpuri music history, blending diverse cultural backgrounds. The track features a jazz-blues piano introduction, synth fillers characteristic of Louis Banks, drum solos symbolizing the flow of the Ganga by Gino Banks, and Sarangi by maestro Dilshad Khan. The music also includes rock guitar by Kush Upadhyay, Western blues vocals by Jo Barua, and strong bass sections by Sheldon D’Silva.

Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Samujjal Kashyap, the video was shot in the cultural heartland of Kashi and Prayagraj. The project also features international contributions from artists like Santi from Santander, Spain, and Surush Sacha from Denmark. The late Ramajya Ram, a 115-year-old folk artist from Bihar, also contributed to this song, co-written by Bhikhari Thakur and Arunav Deka. This project is a tribute to the timeless legacy of Bhikhari Thakur and the enduring spirituality of the Ganga.

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