From poha to playlists: Indore boy's rhythm conquers London
TINA KHATRI
In the bustling lanes of Chappan Dukan, where the scent of jalebi mingles with the sound of sizzling poha, 30-year-old Christheart Parmar first discovered his rhythm. Today, that same Indore native is making waves 7,000 kilometres away, producing sold-out events at London's premier venues and directing music videos for UK rap artists.
His journey began like many others - playing at local gatherings, hoping someone would listen. "My early tracks barely reached beyond my friend circle," he admits. But where others might have given up, Christheart saw opportunity. He started collaborating with local videographers, discovering that "when my sound found a story to live in, people started to listen."
His move to Mumbai tested his resolve. Four years of grinding in production houses, working as a ghost composer for television shows that never carried his name. "Those nights taught me everything," he says. "They built a toughness in me that London would later need."
The breakthrough: Beating the pandemic to create magic
Then came "Hum" - the project that changed everything. Featuring Grammy winner Ricky Kej and National Award winner Arun Shankar, it was his big chance. Then the pandemic hit.
"We filmed over three exhausting days in Chandigarh, constantly worrying about health restrictions," he recalls. Post-production meant coordinating across India during lockdowns, battling power cuts that ruined exports. But when "Hum" crossed a million views, Christheart knew: "Persistence beats resources every time."
London calling: Finding harmony in difference
At 27, he took his biggest leap yet - moving to London with nothing but his experience and Indore resilience. There, he met Jack Ledger Dowse from the Royal College of Music. "We were like different instruments trying to play the same song," Christheart laughs. "He came from classical training, I came from Indian rhythms. We clashed, then we created magic."
Their short film "A Candle" became an official selection at the Silk Road International Film Festival USA 2023 - a moment of immense pride. "To see our fusion of cultures recognized internationally... that's when I knew we were onto something special."
Building bridges: Where Indian warmth meets London cool
Through his venture NyteRave Events, Christheart now creates experiences that would make Chappan Dukan proud. "I'm basically recreating that Saturday night energy, just with a British twist," he smiles. His events regularly sell out, featuring artists like Nidhi Boss from Egg London.
But his heart remains in Indore. "Nothing compares to Chappan's poha and samosa," he says with genuine longing. "And the waterfalls around Indore - Bamaniya Kund, Jogi Bhadak - that's where I still go for inspiration, even if only in my memories."
TINA KHATRI
In the bustling lanes of Chappan Dukan, where the scent of jalebi mingles with the sound of sizzling poha, 30-year-old Christheart Parmar first discovered his rhythm. Today, that same Indore native is making waves 7,000 kilometres away, producing sold-out events at London's premier venues and directing music videos for UK rap artists.
His journey began like many others - playing at local gatherings, hoping someone would listen. "My early tracks barely reached beyond my friend circle," he admits. But where others might have given up, Christheart saw opportunity. He started collaborating with local videographers, discovering that "when my sound found a story to live in, people started to listen."
His move to Mumbai tested his resolve. Four years of grinding in production houses, working as a ghost composer for television shows that never carried his name. "Those nights taught me everything," he says. "They built a toughness in me that London would later need."
The breakthrough: Beating the pandemic to create magic
Then came "Hum" - the project that changed everything. Featuring Grammy winner Ricky Kej and National Award winner Arun Shankar, it was his big chance. Then the pandemic hit.
"We filmed over three exhausting days in Chandigarh, constantly worrying about health restrictions," he recalls. Post-production meant coordinating across India during lockdowns, battling power cuts that ruined exports. But when "Hum" crossed a million views, Christheart knew: "Persistence beats resources every time."
London calling: Finding harmony in difference
At 27, he took his biggest leap yet - moving to London with nothing but his experience and Indore resilience. There, he met Jack Ledger Dowse from the Royal College of Music. "We were like different instruments trying to play the same song," Christheart laughs. "He came from classical training, I came from Indian rhythms. We clashed, then we created magic."
Their short film "A Candle" became an official selection at the Silk Road International Film Festival USA 2023 - a moment of immense pride. "To see our fusion of cultures recognized internationally... that's when I knew we were onto something special."
Building bridges: Where Indian warmth meets London cool
Through his venture NyteRave Events, Christheart now creates experiences that would make Chappan Dukan proud. "I'm basically recreating that Saturday night energy, just with a British twist," he smiles. His events regularly sell out, featuring artists like Nidhi Boss from Egg London.
But his heart remains in Indore. "Nothing compares to Chappan's poha and samosa," he says with genuine longing. "And the waterfalls around Indore - Bamaniya Kund, Jogi Bhadak - that's where I still go for inspiration, even if only in my memories."
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