Grammy winner Ricky Kej’s rendition of India’s national anthem sets Guinness world record

Honored to share my epic rendition of our National Anthem of India (Bharat). Featuring top legendary Indian musicians – a 100 piece British Orchestra and a choir of 14000 tribal children! We even won a Guinness World record :-)
Please share, watch, use, but with respect :-) It… pic.twitter.com/7XASJZ8hxC

— Ricky Kej (@rickykej) August 14, 2024

Kej’s project is more than just a musical achievement; it symbolizes unity and diversity. The video, which includes a performance by a 100-piece British orchestra, features 14,000 children forming the map of India and the word “Bharat” in both Hindi and English.

In a statement to ANI, Kej reflected on the project’s significance: “The national anthem was the first piece of music I ever learnt as a child. We brought together the best classical musicians from India to create a beautiful interpretation, and organized 14,000 students to sing the anthem in four-part harmonies.”

The achievement follows Kej’s previous success in 2023, where he led the largest-ever Symphony Orchestra performance of the Indian National Anthem at Abbey Road Studios, London.

Kej’s new rendition is a tribute to every Indian and aims to inspire patriotism and national pride.

“Please share, watch, use, but with respect :-) It is yours now, my humble gift to every Indian everywhere. Jai Hind! Happy #IndependenceDay2024,” he wrote.