22-year-old independent pop sensation Keshav Tyohar has officially signed with India’s legendary music label Saregama, marking a major milestone in his creative journey. To launch this exciting partnership, Keshav has released a bold reinterpretation of the classic Yeh Shaam Mastani, paying a heartfelt and personal tribute to the iconic song.
Blending elements of pop, electronic, and Hindustani classical, Keshav brings his signature raw and introspective style to this reimagining. His version strips the track down to its emotional core, delivering a modern, hauntingly beautiful take that bridges generations and introduces Yeh Shaam to a new era of listeners.
Keshav first won hearts across India as the first runner-up of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li’l Champs Season 5 in 2015, at just 13 years old. In the years since, he has carved a niche for himself as an independent artist with a distinct sonic identity — writing, producing, and performing music that speaks directly from the soul.
Speaking about the release, Keshav shared:
“Yeh Shaam Mastani has always been one of my favorite songs — timeless and deeply nostalgic. I grew up listening to it with my parents, but I didn’t want to just cover it. I wanted to weave it into my own story. The idea came to me during a golden-hour evening with the original playing in the background. There was this silent spark with someone across the room — a glance, a smile, that unspoken tension. It was cinematic, fleeting, and electric. That’s what Yeh Shaam means to me — a moment suspended in time.
Working with a legacy brand like Saregama is a huge step forward. I’m excited to take this music to new audiences and grow from here.”
Siddharth Anand Kumar, Senior Vice President at Saregama, praised the young artist, saying:
“Keshav represents the best of today’s new wave of Indian independent artists — rooted in tradition, yet completely in tune with contemporary expression. We’re thrilled to support his vision and welcome him to the Saregama family.”
Since its release, the track has garnered over 100,000 views in just a few days, resonating with fans who’ve applauded its honest, modern take on the beloved R.D. Burman masterpiece.
With this release, Keshav Tyohar further establishes himself as one of the most promising young voices reshaping the soundscape of Indian music today.
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