Kailash Kher’s Janmasthami offering, Hey Kanha Hey Gopala

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In a divine confluence of music and spirituality, Padma Shri Kailash Kher has released his latest devotional masterpiece, Hey Kanha Hey Gopala. This soul-stirring track, a heartfelt homage to Lord Krishna, released across all major streaming platforms on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami, August 26.

Hey, Kanha Hey Gopala is a musical offering that immerses listeners in devotion. Kailash’s voice, coupled with the symphony of keys, flute and synthesizer, weaves a sound-scape that is soothing and spiritually elevating. The composition ascends to a crescendo, encapsulates the spiritual odyssey of love and devotion, leaving the listener with a sense of divine fulfillment.

Reflecting on the muse behind this composition, Kailash said, “Bhagwan Krishna embodies love, beauty and happiness, all of which are reasons to celebrate. Celebration is at the heart of festivals, and in essence, Bhagwan Krishna’s teachings remind us that life itself is a celebration. Bharat, the land of festivals, is where this spirit thrives.”

Enhancing the experience of the song is a music video that reinterprets the eternal love story of Radha and Krishna with a contemporary twist. In a daring and imaginative portrayal, Lord Krishna is envisioned in a modern, Michael Jackson-inspired avatar, while Radha retains her timeless traditional elegance. Their dance, a sublime fusion of classical and modern expressions, creates a tableau that transcends time and tradition. The music video features the viral Internet sensation and Michael Jackson-style dancer Baba Jackson, along with Sanaya Shiva, a talented student from KKaladham (Kailash Kher Academy for Learning Art), and has been directed by choreographer-director Swarupraj Medara.