Dakshin

DAKSHIN

The Spirit of Margazhi Masam. The Soul of Carnatic Music. A New Home in London.

This December, Laughing Water Entertainment presents the inaugural edition of Dakshin, a four-day celebration of South India's rich musical heritage, bringing some of the finest maestros of Carnatic music to London.

Inspired by iconic Margazhi season, Dakshin brings the essence of this cherished tradition to the UK through intimate, thoughtfully curated performances, with artists curated by Kalanation.

Set against the beautiful backdrop of London's historic churches, Dakshin promises an extraordinary celebration of classical excellence, artistry and culture.

FESTIVAL LINEUP

3 December 2026

Venue: St John's Hyde Park, London

• Vidwan Dr. L. Subramaniam - Violin
• Vidwan Ambi Subramaniam - Violin
• Vidwan V. V. Ramana Murthy - Mridangam
• Pandit Tanmoy Bose - Tabla
• Vidwan Giridhar Udupa - Ghatam

4 December 2026

Venue: St John's Hyde Park, London

• Vidwan T. M. Krishna - Vocal
• Vidushi Sruti Sarathy - Violin
• Vidwan V. V. Ramana Murthy - Mridangam
• Vidwan Giridhar Udupa - Ghatam

5 December 2026

Venue: St Pancras Church, Euston, London

• Vidwan Shashank - Flute
• Vidwan Abhishek Raghuram - Vocal
• Vidwan Sai Giridhar - Mridangam
• Pandit Tanmoy Bose - Tabla

6 December 2026

Venue: St John's Hyde Park, London

• Vidushi Sooryagayathri - Vocal
• Vidushi Sruti Sarathy - Violin
• Vidwan Sai Giridhar - Mridangam
• Shri Harkiret Singh Bahra - Tabla

MORE THAN A FESTIVAL

Envisioned as Laughing Water Entertainment's flagship annual Carnatic music festival, Dakshin aims to connect generations, nurture emerging talent and create a new cultural home for the Carnatic music community in the UK.

Whether you are a lifelong rasika or discovering Carnatic music for the first time, Dakshin invites you to experience the magic of Margazhi in London.

Be part of the inaugural edition of Dakshin. Book your tickets now!