Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Karina Gulati is a devoted student of her beloved Guruji, Darshana Bhuta Shukla, under whose guidance her passion for music has blossomed since the tender age of four. Karina immerses herself in classical Hindustani ragas and finds immense joy in performing her favorite songs by Shreya Ghoshal. Alongside her academic journey at UC Berkeley and Johns Hopkins, and her career at Deloitte, Karina's artistic soul has always shone. Whether through the graceful movements of Kathak, the vibrant energy of garba raas, or her passion for painting and drawing, Karina continues to express her boundless creativity in everything she does.
Anjal has been studying Bharatanatyam since the tender age of six under the tutelage of Ramya Harishankar. Her solo debut — a two-hour performance — featured a combination of pure nritya and abhinaya, conveying the stories of Krishna, Neminath, and Mirabai. Anjal is also trained in Jazz dance at the Orange County School of the Arts and enjoys fusing both classical and contemporary genres to create dance performances with creative messages. She has performed in many countries around the world and has been a very active philanthropist, using the arts to support the community and raise funds for various nonprofit organizations involved in social, cultural, and educational efforts.
Akash Mohanty is a Bay Area comic who performs at clubs, private events, and corporate shows. Known for being funny among friends and family, he decided to try an open mic at Masala Comedy Club, the leading Hinglish comedy club. After a few appearances, he was invited by the team to perform on lineup shows and has since become a regular. He also performs with another prominent club, Desi Comedy Live.
Akash’s humor is clean, relatable, and witty, delivered in a dry, deadpan style that elevates everyday observations into sharp punchlines. Originally from Odisha and raised across different states, his upbringing shapes how he sees the world and his sense of humor. He enjoys finding the absurd in ordinary situations and turning them into comedy.
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