IIT-Bombay’s Mood Indigo 2024: Day 2 filled with workshops, performances, and thrilling competitions | File Photo
Mumbai: The second day of Indian Institute of Technology Bombay’s (IIT-B) cultural festival Mood Indigo 2024, themed “Enigma of Ethnicity,” brought together a packed schedule of competitions, workshops, and performances that kept a swelling number of attendees engaged from morning to night.
Workshops like Paint with Puppies, Texture Art, and Bhangra introduced hands-on creative activities to festival-goers. Participants enthusiastically explored artistic and cultural expressions, adding a personal touch to the day’s events.
In the afternoon, stand-up comedian Biswa Kalyan Rath entertained the audience with his signature humour, drawing widespread laughter from a jam-packed auditorium mostly consisting of college students from across the country. Later, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya’s performance at the International Music Festival stood out, as her soulful voice and emotive lyrics resonated with the crowd.
In the evening, Amit Trivedi’s session, where he discussed his musical journey in a conversation with Tarsame Mittal, provided a quieter but equally compelling moment. Trivedi, who recounted how his career started unexpectedly one day during his class 10 board exam, shared practical advice with students on managing performance pressure, offering a glimpse into the challenges behind his success.
The evening was also defined by energy and anticipation as Raftaar headlined a performance that had the crowd of tens of thousands of students on their feet, performing hits that kept the mood electric until late into the night. His performance followed a spectacular DJ show by Karan Kanchan, whose energetic act was appreciated by one and all.
Offstage, the Nightlife Zone remained a popular feature with a mix of activities including Silent Disco, Bonfire Sessions, and Open Mic Nights, which offered a relaxed yet lively atmosphere. The Indigo Flea and Street Activities also drew significant attention, with stalls showcasing handmade crafts and performances by street artists like Live Statue Artists and Mirror Man.
Competitions added to the day’s intensity, with semi-finals and finals held across multiple categories. Events like Mantra (Battle of the Bands), Miidols (Hindi Solo Singing), and Aagaz (Street Play) displayed the range of talent Mood Indigo draws each year. Other contests, such as Turn-It-To-Art (Junk Art) and Vogue (Fashion Design Modelling), reflected the festival’s emphasis on creativity and expression.
As the second day concluded, attendees reflected on a vibrant mix of music, creativity, and competition, with expectations running high for the festival’s final day.
