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IAA HOUSTON BRINGS DIWALI DHAMAKA

TO THE BAYOU CITY: ABBY V LIVE IN CONCERT

OUR BUREAU the universal power of art, music,
and shared heritage. This concert
Houston, TX
is not just a celebration of Diwali,
he Indo-American Association but of unity, creativity, and cultural
(IAA) of Houston is set to light pride.”
Tup the city’s cultural calendar The Diwali Dhamaka concert
this festive season with Diwali Dha- continues IAA Houston’s tradition
maka: Abby V Live in Concert on of showcasing world-class South
Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Unity Asian talent and fostering cultural
of Houston. exchange through the performing
The event will feature Abby V, arts. Over the years, IAA has become
the internationally acclaimed Cana- one of Houston’s leading cultural in-
dian-Indian singer, songwriter, and stitutions, presenting concerts, work-
composer celebrated for his fusion of Audiences can expect a multi- recent work includes a celebrated shops, and educational programs
classical Indian traditions with con- lingual musical experience featuring musical feature in the critically ac- that highlight the depth and diversity
temporary global sounds. Trained in songs in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, claimed film Kantara. of Indian art forms.
both Carnatic and Hindustani classi- Hindi, Malayalam, and Tulu. Known “Bringing Abby V to Houston for The event promises to be a vi-
cal music, and with a background in for his versatility and rich vocal Diwali feels especially meaningful,” brant celebration of light, music, and
Western classical, Abby has become range, Abby V has earned global rec- said Sheetal Bedi, Executive Direc- cultural harmony — a fitting tribute
a rare artist who seamlessly connects ognition for his viral performances tor and CEO of IAA Houston. “He to Diwali, the festival that symbolizes
genres, cultures, and generations and collaborations across Indian and embodies the mission that drives the victory of light over darkness and
through his music. international music industries. His IAA — connecting people through knowledge over ignorance.

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