VANCOUVER – The South Asian Family Association is taking their annual party to downtown Vancouver by bringing the culture of India to the downtown core.
As part of the City of Vancouver and Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association’s Viva Vancouver series, India Live will highlight cultural activities of the Indian diaspora through music, dance, art and sport.
On the main stage, the event is focuses on providing a highlight of Canadian talent. With so many amazing artists in our local community and across Canada, the event will showcase performance pieces that vary from traditional to modern in style. Featured local talents include Yasmina Dance Academy, Neelamjit Quartet, Now or Never Dance Crew, Lapis featuring beatboxer Rup Sidhu and sitarist Mohammed Assani, Vijay’s Brass Band and South Asian Arts amongst others.
The evening will be closed out with a performance by Toronto based, Manj Musik, formerly known as the lead vocalist for the well known Punjabi group RDB. Manj recently came out as a solo artist, after the passing of his brother and bandmate. With 10 successful years as RDB under his belt, he aspires to continue the legacy of his brother and stride to new artistic heights as Manj Musik.
