NILOY AHSAN

Dhrupad & Beyond

Niloy perceives music as the embodiment of Prana—a profound inner symphony—and views Dhrupad as a transformative journey toward

self-awareness. Rooted in the illustrious Dagar lineage, a Hindustani classical music tradition spanning 21 generations, his artistry serves as a living testament to a legacy tracing back to the 15th-century mystic, Swami Haridas. As a 21st-generation exponent of this lineage, Niloy is celebrated as an exceptional vocalist, revered for his distinctive repertoire, and profound understanding of Indian music’s essence. Blending the ascetic rigor of Dagarvani Dhrupad with the melodic versatility of Sadharani Geeti, Niloy exudes rare elegance and timeless grace, earning recognition as one of the most promising Dhrupad vocalists of his generation.