‘O Gaanewali’ Reclaims Legacy of Courtesans and Women Singers

Imagine a show that celebrates women who sing, like a musical play.

The show is called ‘O Gaanewali,’ which means ‘woman who sings’.

It's about taking back a word that was sometimes used to look down on singers.

Two singers, Avanti Patel and Rutuja Lad, created this show.

They sing beautiful songs and tell stories about talented women musicians from the past.

The show also talks about the struggles these women faced.

It uses music like thumris and ghazals to remember their art and power.