Latest chartbusters or evergreen classics, these wedding DJs curate the perfect playlist for all your festivities.
Music plays a major role in our lives, especially for special occasions like weddings. It could be the playlist that sets the tone for the baraatis as they make their way to the ceremony or the soulful song that plays as you and your partner dance for the first time as a married couple. Music is paramount and the right DJ can help you get it right for one of the biggest days in your life.
Look at our picks for the best DJs around the country to get the party started…
Whether it’s Karan Johar’s 50th birthday bash, Alanna Pandey’s dreamy wedding or Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s star-studded pre-wedding bash at Jamnagar, DJ Ganesh is the go-to-man for all Bollywood celebrity events. He has been in the industry for nearly two decades and hosted events in over 40 countries globally including the iconic Sunburn music festival in Asia. His unwavering dedication towards his work has made him the resident DJ of the Willingdon Sports Club in Mumbai, one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious clubs.
DJ AJ, AKA Arjun Shah, began his disc jockeying career at the mere age of 15. While pursuing his education he won the National Level War of DJ’s competition three times in a row, since then he has received numerous accolades. He is also the co-founder of a talent management firm that outsources artists, dancers and models along with a music company which creates soulful music to complement all the mushy moments on your wedding day.
Making brides, grooms, and baraatis dance is child’s play for DJ Alex. Having begun his career at the age of 14, DJ Alex can be credited for introducing ‘interactive DJ-ing’ with the audience. He works along with a team of artists trained in various Western and Indian musical instruments who create an electrifying atmosphere that resonates with people of all ages and compels even the most reluctant non-dancers to shake a leg at your wedding festivities.
The first-ever female DJ of the country, Karry’s career as a wedding DJ and music producer began in the year 1997. A singer, a music composer and a certified audio engineer, Kary Arora has been juggling all roles of music management with utmost finesse for nearly two decades. Specialising in the genres of Bollywood, Hip Hop, EDM and even folk music, Karry’s dedication, and passion for music over the years has earned her a place in the Limca Book of Records in the year 2014.
Flourishing since the year 2009, Sid Talwar is another renowned name in the music and entertainment industry. Accredited for hosting the biggest sporting events in the country like the IPL(Indian Premier League), HIL(Hockey India League) and the cricket T20 World Cup, DJ Siddharth’s understanding of Bollywood, Hip Hop, House/EDM, Hip hop, International, Punjabi, Rock and many others genres makes him one of the most versatile DJs around.
DJ Sunny Deepak’s expertise guarantees a curation of tracks and playlists across genres that complement all your wedding festivities. The DJ also offers special services like customised van decor, lighting, and decoration options to make your baraat and sangeet one of a kind.
DJ Shann Gidwani has been performing all over the globe for nearly a decade. He has enthralled people of all ages with this unique playlist mix consisting of genres like Bollywood, hip-hop, Afro, and EDM. To top it off, he also collaborated with national and international artists like Jay Sean, Salim-Sulaiman and Karan Aujla to create newer and refreshing versions of evergreen classics and chartbusters.
After having been in the fashion industry for nearly a decade, Barkha Kaul began her career as a wedding DJ. The only female DJ in the country with the maximum number of awards and accolades, Barkha makes sure she sets the stage on fire every time she hits the console. One of her most notable achievements includes performing at the World Economic Forum in the year 2018.
DJ Amit’s understanding of the audience’s taste in music and the latest trends over the years has paved the way for him to perform as a regular face at the most famous weddings of Bollywood. Whether it’s Afro, Punjabi, Hip-Hop, Punjabi or a mix of all these, Amit Mahyavanshi, makes sure your guests keep grooving until the wee hours of the morning.
With an unending love for fusions, remixes and mashups, DJ Nitesh curates playlists largely composed of genres from Bollywood, R&B, Afrobeats, house, and commercial pop. The best part is he is also the co-founder of a light and sound rental company that outsources material so you can throw a bash for a steal.
Neha Karra is a junior writer, who loves to discover and try the latest trends in style, food and beauty. When she is not curating articles, you will find her playing with kids, reading books, painting and practising Mandala Art. View Profile