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{{Short description|Indian musical band}}{{Infobox musical artist
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{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Thaikkudam Bridge
| name = Thaikkudam Bridge
| image = Thaikkudam Bridge performing at Toronto in 2019.jpg
| image = Thaikkudam Bridge Goa.jpg
| caption = Thaikkudam Bridge in 2019
| caption = Thaikkudam Bridge in 2022
| origin = [[Kochi]], [[Kerala]], India
| origin = [[Kochi, Kerala]], India
| genre = {{hlist|[[Indian pop]]|[[Indian rock]]| [[Heavy metal music|heavy metal]]|[[Reggae]]}}
| genre = {{hlist|[[Indian pop]]|[[Indian rock]]| [[Heavy metal music|heavy metal]]| [[Folk music]]| [[World music]]}}
| years_active = 2013–present<!-- MOS:DATE -->
| years_active = 2013–present<!-- MOS:DATE -->
| label = {{hlist|Wonderwall Media|[[Kappa TV|Mathrubhumi Music]]}}
| label = {{hlist|Wonderwall Media|Independent}}
| website = {{URL|http://thaikkudambridge.com}}
| website = {{URL|http://thaikkudambridge.com}}
| current_members = [[Thaikkudam Bridge#Band Members|Full list]]
| current_members = [[Thaikkudam Bridge#Band Members|Full list]]
| past_members = {{ubl|[[Siddharth Menon (singer)|Siddharth Menon]]|Piyush Kapoor|Abin Thej}}
| past_members = {{ubl|[[Siddharth Menon (singer)|Siddharth Menon]]|Piyush Kapoor|Abin Thej}}
}}
}}
'''Thaikkudam Bridge''' is a [[Kerala]]-based [[multi-genre]] music band, formed in [[Kochi|Kochi, Kerala]] in 2013. The band achieved its first commercial success through the musical show ''Music Mojo'', which used to telecast on [[Kappa TV]] <ref>{{Cite news |date=2014-10-25 |title=Music Mojo: Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/november-fest/Thaikkudam-Bridge-at-Friday-Review-November-Fest-2014/article59834691.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> where they released their own composition ''"Fish Rock"'', which became popular through social networking sites like [[YouTube]] and [[Facebook]] <ref>{{Cite web |last=Basu |first=Dyuti |date=2016-12-04 |title=Musicians on the bridge |url=https://www.asianage.com/entertainment/music/041216/musicians-on-the-bridge.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=The Asian Age}}</ref>. The band has won numerous awards, and has performed at over more than 600 shows and 25 countries as of 2024 <ref>{{Cite web |title=Thaikkudam Bridge Official Website {{!}} #BeTheBridge |url=https://thaikkudambridge.com/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |language=en-US}}</ref>.
'''Thaikkudam Bridge''' is a [[multi-genre]] [[India]]n music band, originated from [[Kerala]] in 2013. The band achieved its first commercial success through the musical show ''Music Mojo'', which used to telecast on [[Kappa TV]]<ref>{{Cite news |date=2014-10-25 |title=Music Mojo: Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/november-fest/Thaikkudam-Bridge-at-Friday-Review-November-Fest-2014/article59834691.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> where they released their debut original composition, "Fish Rock," during the [[Kappa TV]]'s "Music Mojo" session. The song is also popularly known by the lyrics "Ayela, mathi, choora, kaari...".<ref name=":0" /> The track went viral on social media, getting them extensive fame.<ref name="news18.com">{{Cite web |date=2023-09-15 |title=Thaikkudam Bridge Discusses The Band, Origin of the Celebrated 'Fish Rock' And Everything Musical |url=https://www.news18.com/lifestyle/thaikkudam-bridge-discusses-the-bands-nostalgic-tour-origin-of-fish-rock-and-everything-musical-8579342.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=News18 |language=en}}</ref> The band has won numerous awards, and has performed at over more than 600 shows and 25 countries as of 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Thaikkudam Bridge Official Website {{!}} #BeTheBridge |url=https://thaikkudambridge.com/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |language=en-US}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
The band was conceived by [[Siddharth Menon (actor)|Siddharth Menon]] and [[Govind Vasantha]] in 2013. The band’s name, proposed by band member Piyush Kapoor (ex-member), is derived from a bridge located in their hometown of [[Kochi|Kochi, Kerala]] <ref>{{Cite web |date=2015-10-29 |title=Unity in diversity: How Cochin-based band Thaikkudam Bridge made it big |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/art-and-culture/unity-in-diversity-how-cochin-based-band-thaikkudam-bridge-made-it-big/story-c8I0KYqtrcOMQ18vcjt17N.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref>. Prior to forming Thaikkudam Bridge, the members had individual careers as solo artists. They formed as a band, beginning with performances in [[Kappa TV|Music Mojo]] sessions in 2013 <ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-09-15 |title=Thaikkudam Bridge Discusses The Band, Origin of the Celebrated 'Fish Rock' And Everything Musical |url=https://www.news18.com/lifestyle/thaikkudam-bridge-discusses-the-bands-nostalgic-tour-origin-of-fish-rock-and-everything-musical-8579342.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=News18 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Das |first=Brinda |date=2019-11-30 |title=Building bridges with genres |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2019/Nov/30/building-bridges-with-genres-2069073.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref>.
The band was conceived by [[Siddharth Menon (actor)|Siddharth Menon]] and [[Govind Vasantha]] in 2013. The band’s name, proposed by band member Piyush Kapoor (ex-member), is derived from a bridge located in [[Kochi|Kochi, Kerala]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2015-10-29 |title=Unity in diversity: How Cochin-based band Thaikkudam Bridge made it big |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/art-and-culture/unity-in-diversity-how-cochin-based-band-thaikkudam-bridge-made-it-big/story-c8I0KYqtrcOMQ18vcjt17N.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref> Prior to forming Thaikkudam Bridge, the members had individual careers as musical artists. The members of the band [[Siddharth Menon (singer)|Siddharth Menon]] and Vian Fernandes were previously part of a band. Soon after, they formed as a band, beginning with performances in [[Kappa TV|Music Mojo]] sessions in 2013.<ref name="news18.com"/><ref>{{Cite web |last=Das |first=Brinda |date=2019-11-30 |title=Building bridges with genres |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2019/Nov/30/building-bridges-with-genres-2069073.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref>

Following the band's commercial breakthrough and increased demand for live shows, members put their individual careers on hold and focused on the Thaikkudam Bridge.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2014-10-16 |title=Let the music play |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/let-the-music-play/article6506833.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>


== Career ==
== Career ==
Formed in 2013, They began making songs with the music Television channel [[Kappa TV]]. Their debut original composition, "Fish Rock," was released on August 30, 2013, during the [[Kappa TV]]'s "Music Mojo" session. The song is also popularly known by the lyrics "Ayela, mathi, choora, kaari..." <ref>{{Cite news |date=2013-09-25 |title=A different kettle of fish |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/friday-review/music/a-different-kettle-of-fish/article5167510.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>. The track went viral on social media, getting them extensive fame. They were soon invited to perform at colleges and major events <ref>{{Cite web |last=India |first=Rolling Stone |date=2013-10-10 |title=Listen: "Fish Rock" By Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://rollingstoneindia.com/listen-fish-rock-by-thaikkudam-bridge/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Rolling Stone India |language=en-US}}</ref>.
Formed in 2013, They began making songs with the music Television channel [[Kappa TV]]. Their first YouTube release was the cover for [[Michael Jackson]]'s song "[[Beat It]]" which was performed by their former member Piyush Kapoor tribute to [[Michael Jackson]]'s birthday. Later, Along with [[Kappa TV]]'s Music Mojo, they released Nostalgia, featuring melodies of the popular 80s and 90s [[Malayalam]] Movie Songs "Mandara Cheppundo, "Panchakkarikkaaya Thattil", "Allimalarkavil", "Chinkarakinnaram". The track Nostalgia first went viral on social media.<ref>{{Cite web |last=James |first=Anu |date=2017-01-20 |title=AR Rahman, Kamal Haasan, other celebs all praise for Thaikkudam Bridge's new Navarasam video song |url=https://www.ibtimes.co.in/kamal-haasan-other-celebs-all-praise-thaikkudam-bridges-new-navarasam-video-song-712900 |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=www.ibtimes.co.in |language=en}}</ref>

On 30 August 2013, Their debut original composition, "Fish Rock," was released on, during the [[Kappa TV]]'s "Music Mojo" session. The song is also popularly known by the lyrics "Ayela, mathi, choora, kaari...".<ref name=":0">{{Cite news |date=2013-09-25 |title=A different kettle of fish |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/friday-review/music/a-different-kettle-of-fish/article5167510.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> The song gained significant popularity on social media, particularly on [[YouTube]], which led to achieving their first commercial success. They were soon invited to perform at colleges and major events.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2013-10-10 |title=Listen: "Fish Rock" By Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://rollingstoneindia.com/listen-fish-rock-by-thaikkudam-bridge/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Rolling Stone India |language=en-US}}</ref>

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Following the success, They released their first debut studio album [[Navarasam (album)|''Navarasam'']] in 2015, featuring nine songs, on various themes such as [[political satire]], [[social inequality]] and historic stories from the [[Mughal Empire|Mughal era]]. It is a multi-lingual studio album where the songs are in [[Malayalam]], [[Tamil language|Tamil]] and [[Hindi]] languages.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2015-10-08 |title=The big debut |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/society/thaikkudam-bridge-on-their-debut-album/article7738818.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last1=beehype |last2=Mridul |first2=Akshit |date=2017-03-23 |title=India: Thaikkudam Bridge - "Navarasam" |url=https://beehy.pe/thaikkudam-bridge-navarasam-india/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=beehype – Best Music from Around the World}}</ref> The music videos for the tracks "Aarachar", "One", "Sulthan" and the title track "Navarasam" were released and became popular among audiences.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Thaikkudam Bridge's 'Aarachar' raises the bar for music videos |url=https://www.radioandmusic.com/entertainment/editorial/news/160219-thaikkudam-bridges-aarachar-raises-bar-music |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=www.radioandmusic.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-10-19 |title=Know your Track with Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://www.redbull.com/in-en/know-your-track-with-thaikkudam-bridge |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Red Bull |language=en}}</ref> Before the release of their debut album, they released their first independent single "Chathe" after the Music Mojo sessions with [[Kappa TV]]. Later, It was included in the album [[Navarasam (album)|''Navarasam'']].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Paul |first=Chokita |date=2023-06-23 |title=From the hearts of Thaikkudam Bridge: Exploring discography, eclectic legacy, and unforgettable melodies |url=https://www.indulgexpress.com/culture/music/2023/Jun/23/from-the-hearts-of-thaikkudam-bridge-exploring-discography-eclectic-legacy-and-unforgettable-melo-50256.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Indulgexpress |language=en}}</ref>


Later in 2015, The band composed the song "Theevandi" to the soundtrack of the film "[[Haram (film)|''Haram'']]". This marked their debut in composing music for a [[Fahadh Faasil]] starring feature film "[[Haram (film)|''Haram'']]" which was released on 20 February 2015.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-01-16 |title=Siddharth Menon excited about Haram |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/music/siddharth-menon-excited-about-haram/articleshow/44995815.cms |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>
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Following the success, They released their first debut studio album [[Navarasam (album)|Navarasam]] in 2015, featuring nine songs, on various themes such as [[political satire]], [[social inequality]] and historic stories from the [[Mughal Empire|Mughal era]]. It is a multi-lingual studio album where the songs are in [[Malayalam]], [[Tamil language|Tamil]] and [[Hindi]] languages <ref>{{Cite news |date=2015-10-08 |title=The big debut |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/metroplus/society/thaikkudam-bridge-on-their-debut-album/article7738818.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=beehype |last2=Mridul |first2=Akshit |date=2017-03-23 |title=India: Thaikkudam Bridge - "Navarasam" |url=https://beehy.pe/thaikkudam-bridge-navarasam-india/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=beehype – Best Music from Around the World}}</ref>. The music videos for the tracks "Aarachar" and the title track "Navarasam" were released and became popular among audiences <ref>{{Cite web |title=Thaikkudam Bridge's 'Aarachar' raises the bar for music videos |url=https://www.radioandmusic.com/entertainment/editorial/news/160219-thaikkudam-bridges-aarachar-raises-bar-music |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=www.radioandmusic.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-10-19 |title=Know your Track with Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://www.redbull.com/in-en/know-your-track-with-thaikkudam-bridge |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Red Bull |language=en}}</ref>.


In 2017, the band's co-founder, [[Siddharth Menon (singer)|Siddharth Menon]], took a hiatus from the group. This was followed by an official announcement of his departure to pursue a solo career <ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-02-26 |title=Siddharth Menon of Thaikkudam Bridge plans to take a break from performing for a while! |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/music/siddharth-menon-of-thaikkudam-bridge-plans-to-take-a-break-from-performing/articleshow/57107980.cms |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>.
In 2017, the band's co-founder, [[Siddharth Menon (singer)|Siddharth Menon]], took a hiatus from the group. This was followed by an official announcement of his departure to pursue a solo career.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2017-02-26 |title=Siddharth Menon of Thaikkudam Bridge plans to take a break from performing for a while! |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/music/siddharth-menon-of-thaikkudam-bridge-plans-to-take-a-break-from-performing/articleshow/57107980.cms |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>


In March 2018, the band were invited to perform live at [[YouTube|YouTube FanFest]] in [[Bangalore]], an event featuring Indian YouTube creators hosted by YouTube, alongside [[Kappa TV]] <ref>{{Citation |title=Thaikkudam Bridge with Kappa TV @ YouTube FanFest Showcase Bengaluru 2018 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnLksBoyokw |access-date=2024-03-24 |language=en}}</ref>.
In March 2018, the band were invited to perform live at [[YouTube|YouTube FanFest]] in [[Bangalore]], an event featuring Indian YouTube creators hosted by YouTube, alongside [[Kappa TV]].<ref>{{Citation |title=Thaikkudam Bridge with Kappa TV @ YouTube FanFest Showcase Bengaluru 2018 | date=17 July 2018 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnLksBoyokw |access-date=2024-03-24 |language=en}}</ref>


Following the success of their first album “[[Navarasam (album)|Navarasam]]”, The band's second studio album, "[[Namah (Thaikkudam Bridge album)|Namah]]", was released in 2019. Recording began in 2017. "Namah" is a concept album conceived as a tribute to the various artists who influenced the band's music <ref>{{Cite web |title=Inside Thaikkudam Bridge’s new album Namah, a collaboration-heavy tribute to their musical influences |url=https://firstpost.com/entertainment/inside-thaikkudam-bridges-new-album-namah-a-collaboration-heavy-tribute-to-their-musical-influences-7904591.html |url-status=live |website=Firstpost}}</ref>. The album release coincided with the promotional concert from the band held at [[The Forum Mall|Forum Shantiniketan Mall]] in Bangalore <ref>{{Cite web |last=Shefeek |first=Afrin |date=2019-11-30 |title=Namah, saluting the luminary |url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/music/301119/namah-saluting-the-luminary.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=www.deccanchronicle.com |language=en}}</ref>.
Following the success of their first album “[[Navarasam (album)|Navarasam]]”, The band's second studio album, "[[Namah (Thaikkudam Bridge album)|Namah]]", was released in 2019. Recording began in 2017. "Namah" is a concept album conceived as a tribute to the various artists who influenced the band's music.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Inside Thaikkudam Bridge's new album Namah, a collaboration-heavy tribute to their musical influences |url=https://firstpost.com/entertainment/inside-thaikkudam-bridges-new-album-namah-a-collaboration-heavy-tribute-to-their-musical-influences-7904591.html |website=Firstpost}}</ref> The album release coincided with the promotional concert from the band held at [[The Forum Mall|Forum Shantiniketan Mall]] in Bangalore.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Shefeek |first=Afrin |date=2019-11-30 |title=Namah, saluting the luminary |url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/music/301119/namah-saluting-the-luminary.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=[[Deccan Chronicle]] |language=en}}</ref>


In late 2019, the band received the "'''Most Popular Musical Band'''" Award at the Behindwoods Gold Mic Music Awards. The band also included a live tribute performance by the band in honor of [[A. R. Rahman]] <ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-10-07 |title=Thaikkudam Bridge {{!}} Behindwoods Gold Mic Music Awards - Winners who bagged laurels! |url=https://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/slideshow/winners-at-the-behindwoods-gold-mic-music-awards-2019/thaikkudam-bridge-wins-award-for-the-most-popular-musical-band.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Behindwoods}}</ref>.
In late 2019, the band received the "'''Most Popular Musical Band'''" Award at the Behindwoods Gold Mic Music Awards. The band also included a live tribute performance by the band in honor of [[A. R. Rahman]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-10-07 |title=Thaikkudam Bridge {{!}} Behindwoods Gold Mic Music Awards - Winners who bagged laurels! |url=https://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/slideshow/winners-at-the-behindwoods-gold-mic-music-awards-2019/thaikkudam-bridge-wins-award-for-the-most-popular-musical-band.html |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Behindwoods}}</ref>


The same year, They won the Best Band Award in the World Music Stage Category and Best Emerging Artiste at [[Summerfest]] 2019 Edition <ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-11-22 |title=Forum Shantiniketan presents Thaikkudam Bridge who will be performing live and launching their new album “Namah” on 30th November 2019 at 7PM at Forum Shantiniketan Mall, Whitefield Bangalore. |url=https://indiannewz.wordpress.com/2019/11/22/forum-shantiniketan-presents-thaikkudam-bridge-who-will-be-performing-live-and-launching-their-new-album-namah-on-30th-november-2019-at-7pm-at-forum-shantiniketan-mall-whitefield-bangalore/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=INDIAN NEWZ |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Ferreira |first=Verus |title=Musicunplugged.in : interviews |url=https://www.musicunplugged.in/interviews/interviews_info/148/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=www.musicunplugged.in |language=en}}</ref>.
The same year, They won the Best Band Award in the World Music Stage Category and Best Emerging Artiste at [[Summerfest]] 2019 Edition.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-11-22 |title=Forum Shantiniketan presents Thaikkudam Bridge who will be performing live and launching their new album "Namah" on 30th November 2019 at 7PM at Forum Shantiniketan Mall, Whitefield Bangalore. |url=https://indiannewz.wordpress.com/2019/11/22/forum-shantiniketan-presents-thaikkudam-bridge-who-will-be-performing-live-and-launching-their-new-album-namah-on-30th-november-2019-at-7pm-at-forum-shantiniketan-mall-whitefield-bangalore/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=INDIAN NEWZ |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Ferreira |first=Verus |title=Musicunplugged.in : interviews |url=https://www.musicunplugged.in/interviews/interviews_info/148/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=www.musicunplugged.in |language=en}}</ref>


== Controversy ==
== Controversy ==
The 2022 Kannada movie ''[[Kantara (film)|Kantara]]'' has a track named ''[[Kantara (soundtrack)|Varaha Roopam]]'', which garnered a lot of publicity and popularity for its compelling music, visuals, and folk fusion. Social media users started noticing and pointing out this track had a resemblance to the 2017 track ''[[Navarasam (album)|Navarasam]]''.
The 2022 Kannada movie ''[[Kantara (film)|Kantara]]'' has a track named ''[[Kantara (soundtrack)|Varaha Roopam]]'', which garnered a lot of publicity and popularity for its compelling music, visuals, and folk fusion. Social media users started noticing and pointing out this track had a resemblance to the 2017 track ''[[Navarasam (album)|Navarasam]]''.


Critics have referred to the musical and thematic similarities of the two tracks. Members of the band took notice as well, to quote one of the band members:<br>"''Initially, we were okay with it as some songs do have similarities at times. However, the comments, messages and calls didn’t stop. In fact, thousands of comments were deleted on Varaha Roopam’s video. We still gave it time, listened to it a number of times and made sure of the similarities.''" <ref>https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/music/kantara-song-row-thaikkudam-bridge-frontman-speaks-up-101667203020289.html</ref>
Critics have referred to the musical and thematic similarities of the two tracks. Members of the band took notice as well, to quote one of the band members:<br>"''Initially, we were okay with it as some songs do have similarities at times. However, the comments, messages and calls didn’t stop. In fact, thousands of comments were deleted on Varaha Roopam’s video. We still gave it time, listened to it a number of times and made sure of the similarities.''" <ref>{{Cite web | url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/music/kantara-song-row-thaikkudam-bridge-frontman-speaks-up-101667203020289.html | title=Kantara song row: Thaikkudam Bridge frontman speaks up | newspaper=[[The Hindustan Times]] | date=2022-10-31 | first=Aayushi | last=Parekh}}</ref>


They filed a legal copyright lawsuit against the makers of Kannada Film ‘[[Kantara (film)|''Kantara'']]’, [[Hombale Films]], on the allegations of plagiarism against the song "''Varaha Roopam''". The band’s management claimed that ''Varaha Roopam'' had infringed copyright laws by copying tracks from their debut album [[Navarasam (album)|''Navarasam'']] <ref>{{Cite news |last=Bureau |first=The Hindu |date=2022-10-25 |title=‘Kantara’ makers face allegations of plagiarism, Kerala band Thaikkudam Bridge to sue for copyright infringement |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/kantara-makers-face-allegations-of-plagiarism-kerala-band-thaikkudam-bridge-to-sue-for-copyright-infringement/article66052469.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>. Later, The [[Kozhikode]] District court passed an injunction order against [[Hombale Films]] based on a suit filed by the band leading to prohibiting from playing its song ''Varaha Roopam'' in [[Theatre|theaters]], and on [[Over-the-top media service|OTT]] and digital platforms <ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-04-14 |title=Kerala court prohibits use of Varaha Roopam in theatres, digital streaming platforms |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/malayalam/kerala-court-prohibits-use-of-varaha-roopam-in-theatres-digital-streaming-platforms-8556373/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref>.
They filed a legal copyright lawsuit against the makers of Kannada Film ‘[[Kantara (film)|''Kantara'']]’, [[Hombale Films]], on the allegations of plagiarism against the song "''Varaha Roopam''". The band’s management claimed that ''Varaha Roopam'' had infringed copyright laws by copying tracks from their debut album [[Navarasam (album)|''Navarasam'']].<ref>{{Cite news |date=2022-10-25 |title='Kantara' makers face allegations of plagiarism, Kerala band Thaikkudam Bridge to sue for copyright infringement |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/kantara-makers-face-allegations-of-plagiarism-kerala-band-thaikkudam-bridge-to-sue-for-copyright-infringement/article66052469.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> Later, The [[Kozhikode]] District court passed an injunction order against [[Hombale Films]] based on a suit filed by the band leading to prohibiting from playing its song ''Varaha Roopam'' in [[Theatre|theaters]], and on [[Over-the-top media service|OTT]] and digital platforms.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-04-14 |title=Kerala court prohibits use of Varaha Roopam in theatres, digital streaming platforms |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/malayalam/kerala-court-prohibits-use-of-varaha-roopam-in-theatres-digital-streaming-platforms-8556373/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref>


== Band Members==
== Band Members==
The Band has 15 members consists of musicians from various parts of India who contribute their own style and influences to the ensemble.
The Band has 15 members consists of musicians from various parts of India who contribute their own style and influences to the ensemble.<ref name="Profiles – Thaikkudam Bridge">{{Cite web |title=Profiles – Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://thaikkudambridge.com/profiles/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Know Your Artists-Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://events.kushlosh.com/know-your-artists-thaikkudam-bridge/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=KushLosh - Media & More |language=en-GB}}</ref>

=== Musicians <ref>{{Cite web |title=Profiles – Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://thaikkudambridge.com/profiles/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |language=en-US}}</ref> ===
* Peethambaran Menon - [[Vocalist]]
* Peethambaran Menon - [[Vocalist]]
* [[Govind Vasantha]] - [[Vocalist]], [[The Violinist|Violinist]], [[Record producer|Music Producer]] & Founder
* [[Govind Vasantha]] - [[Vocalist]], [[The Violinist|Violinist]], [[Record producer|Music Producer]] & Founder
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* Vipin Lal - [[Vocalist]]
* Vipin Lal - [[Vocalist]]
* Christin Jose - [[Vocalist]]
* Christin Jose - [[Vocalist]]
* Amith Bal Kenath - [[Audio engineer|Sound Engineer]]

*Rajan K.S - [[Audio engineer|Sound Engineer]]
=== Sound Engineers <ref>{{Cite web |title=Know Your Artists-Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://events.kushlosh.com/know-your-artists-thaikkudam-bridge/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=KushLosh - Media & More |language=en-GB}}</ref> ===
*Hemanth K - [[Audio engineer|Sound Engineer]]
* Amith Bal Kenath
*Rajan K.S
*Hemanth K


=== Former Members ===
=== Former Members ===
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* [[Siddharth Menon (singer)|Siddharth Menon]] - Founder, [[Vocalist]]
* [[Siddharth Menon (singer)|Siddharth Menon]] - Founder, [[Vocalist]]
* Piyush Kapoor - [[Drummer|Vocalist]]
* Piyush Kapoor - [[Drummer|Vocalist]]
* Abhin Thej - [[Keyboardist|Drummer]]
* Abin Thej - [[Keyboardist|Drummer]]


== Management ==
== Management ==
The band is managed exclusively by Wonderwall Media Pvt. Ltd., a creative entity based in Cochin <ref>{{Cite web |title=Artists |url=https://www.wonderwall.media/artists |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Wonderwall |language=en}}</ref>. The band’s management team includes Sujith Unnithan, and Lakshmi Venugopal <ref>{{Cite web |title=Profiles – Thaikkudam Bridge |url=https://thaikkudambridge.com/profiles/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |language=en-US}}</ref>.
The band is managed exclusively by Wonderwall Media Pvt. Ltd., a creative entity based in Cochin.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Artists |url=https://www.wonderwall.media/artists |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=Wonderwall |language=en}}</ref> The band’s management team includes Sujith Unnithan, and Lakshmi Venugopal.<ref name="Profiles – Thaikkudam Bridge"/>


== Discography ==
== Discography ==
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|[[Govind Vasantha]]
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|Hello 2021 (Tribe to A.R Rahman)
|Hello 2021 (Tribute to [[A. R. Rahman|A.R. Rahman]])
|2021
|2021
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|Chathe
|Saalaikal
|2015
|2018
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|Theevandi (from "[[Haram (film)|Haram]]")
|Inside My Head
|2015
|2017
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|[[Marco Minnemann]]
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|Fish Rock
|Fish Rock
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== Major Performances ==
== Major Performances ==
They have performed live in over 25 countries and having played more than 600 shows as of 2024 <sup>''as per the band's website''</sup> <ref>{{Cite web |title=Thaikkudam Bridge - Events |url=https://thaikkudambridge.com/events/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |language=en-US}}</ref>.
They have performed live in over 25 countries and having played more than 600 shows as of 2024 <sup>''as per the band's website''</sup>.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Thaikkudam Bridge - Events |url=https://thaikkudambridge.com/events/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |language=en-US}}</ref>
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!Event Name
!Event Name
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|[[Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang|IIT Sarang]]
|[[Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang|IIT Sarang]]
|Various
|2024
|[[Chennai]]
|Chennai
|<ref>{{Cite web |title=IIT Madras Students to Celebrate 50 years of Saarang |url=https://pib.gov.in/pib.gov.in/Pressreleaseshare.aspx?PRID=1994832 |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=pib.gov.in}}</ref>
|<ref>{{Cite web |title=IIT Madras Students to Celebrate 50 years of Saarang |url=https://pib.gov.in/pib.gov.in/Pressreleaseshare.aspx?PRID=1994832 |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=pib.gov.in}}</ref>
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|2018
|2018
|[[Visakhapatnam]]
|[[Visakhapatnam]]
|<ref>{{Cite news |last=Reporter |first=Staff |date=2018-12-28 |title=All set for Visakha Utsav today |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/all-set-for-visakha-utsav-today/article25847771.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>
|<ref>{{Cite news |author=Staff Reporter |date=2018-12-28 |title=All set for Visakha Utsav today |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Visakhapatnam/all-set-for-visakha-utsav-today/article25847771.ece |access-date=2024-03-24 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>
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|[[Kappa TV|Mojo Rising by Kappa TV]]
|[[Kappa TV|Mojo Rising by Kappa TV]]
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|Various
|Various
|Various
|Various
|<ref>{{Cite web |last=R |first=Shweta RaoTech Journalist Enterprise Tech Enthusiast Digs Indie music Shweta also helps out as a copy editor for |last2=L. |date=2017-10-27 |title=Platforms like NH7 Can Play a Big Role in the Indian Rock Music Uprising : Thaikkudam Bridge - Roots and Leisure |url=https://rootsandleisure.com/nh7-interview-thaikkudam-bridge/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=rootsandleisure.com |language=en-US}}</ref>
|<ref>{{Cite web |first=Shweta | last=Rao |date=2017-10-27 |title=Platforms like NH7 Can Play a Big Role in the Indian Rock Music Uprising : Thaikkudam Bridge - Roots and Leisure |url=https://rootsandleisure.com/nh7-interview-thaikkudam-bridge/ |access-date=2024-03-24 |website=rootsandleisure.com |language=en-US}}</ref>
|}
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== References ==
== References ==
{{Reflist}}
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==External links==
==External links==
* {{Official website|http://thaikkudambridge.com/}}
* {{Official website|http://thaikkudambridge.com/}}
* [https://www.instagram.com/thaikkudambridge/ Instagram]
* Instagram


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[[Category:Music bands from Kerala]]
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[[Category:2013 establishments in Kerala]]
[[Category:Indian musical groups]]

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Thaikkudam Bridge
Thaikkudam Bridge in 2022
Thaikkudam Bridge in 2022
Background information
OriginKochi, Kerala, India
Genres
Years active2013–present
Labels
  • Wonderwall Media
  • Independent
MembersFull list
Past members
Websitethaikkudambridge.com

Thaikkudam Bridge is a multi-genre Indian music band, originated from Kerala in 2013. The band achieved its first commercial success through the musical show Music Mojo, which used to telecast on Kappa TV[1] where they released their debut original composition, "Fish Rock," during the Kappa TV's "Music Mojo" session. The song is also popularly known by the lyrics "Ayela, mathi, choora, kaari...".[2] The track went viral on social media, getting them extensive fame.[3] The band has won numerous awards, and has performed at over more than 600 shows and 25 countries as of 2024.[4]

History

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The band was conceived by Siddharth Menon and Govind Vasantha in 2013. The band’s name, proposed by band member Piyush Kapoor (ex-member), is derived from a bridge located in Kochi, Kerala.[5] Prior to forming Thaikkudam Bridge, the members had individual careers as musical artists. The members of the band Siddharth Menon and Vian Fernandes were previously part of a band. Soon after, they formed as a band, beginning with performances in Music Mojo sessions in 2013.[3][6]

Following the band's commercial breakthrough and increased demand for live shows, members put their individual careers on hold and focused on the Thaikkudam Bridge.[7]

Career

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Formed in 2013, They began making songs with the music Television channel Kappa TV. Their first YouTube release was the cover for Michael Jackson's song "Beat It" which was performed by their former member Piyush Kapoor tribute to Michael Jackson's birthday. Later, Along with Kappa TV's Music Mojo, they released Nostalgia, featuring melodies of the popular 80s and 90s Malayalam Movie Songs "Mandara Cheppundo, "Panchakkarikkaaya Thattil", "Allimalarkavil", "Chinkarakinnaram". The track Nostalgia first went viral on social media.[8]

On 30 August 2013, Their debut original composition, "Fish Rock," was released on, during the Kappa TV's "Music Mojo" session. The song is also popularly known by the lyrics "Ayela, mathi, choora, kaari...".[2] The song gained significant popularity on social media, particularly on YouTube, which led to achieving their first commercial success. They were soon invited to perform at colleges and major events.[9]

Following the success, They released their first debut studio album Navarasam in 2015, featuring nine songs, on various themes such as political satire, social inequality and historic stories from the Mughal era. It is a multi-lingual studio album where the songs are in Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi languages.[10][11] The music videos for the tracks "Aarachar", "One", "Sulthan" and the title track "Navarasam" were released and became popular among audiences.[12][13] Before the release of their debut album, they released their first independent single "Chathe" after the Music Mojo sessions with Kappa TV. Later, It was included in the album Navarasam.[14]

Later in 2015, The band composed the song "Theevandi" to the soundtrack of the film "Haram". This marked their debut in composing music for a Fahadh Faasil starring feature film "Haram" which was released on 20 February 2015.[15]

In 2017, the band's co-founder, Siddharth Menon, took a hiatus from the group. This was followed by an official announcement of his departure to pursue a solo career.[16]

In March 2018, the band were invited to perform live at YouTube FanFest in Bangalore, an event featuring Indian YouTube creators hosted by YouTube, alongside Kappa TV.[17]

Following the success of their first album “Navarasam”, The band's second studio album, "Namah", was released in 2019. Recording began in 2017. "Namah" is a concept album conceived as a tribute to the various artists who influenced the band's music.[18] The album release coincided with the promotional concert from the band held at Forum Shantiniketan Mall in Bangalore.[19]

In late 2019, the band received the "Most Popular Musical Band" Award at the Behindwoods Gold Mic Music Awards. The band also included a live tribute performance by the band in honor of A. R. Rahman.[20]

The same year, They won the Best Band Award in the World Music Stage Category and Best Emerging Artiste at Summerfest 2019 Edition.[21][22]

Controversy

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The 2022 Kannada movie Kantara has a track named Varaha Roopam, which garnered a lot of publicity and popularity for its compelling music, visuals, and folk fusion. Social media users started noticing and pointing out this track had a resemblance to the 2017 track Navarasam.

Critics have referred to the musical and thematic similarities of the two tracks. Members of the band took notice as well, to quote one of the band members:
"Initially, we were okay with it as some songs do have similarities at times. However, the comments, messages and calls didn’t stop. In fact, thousands of comments were deleted on Varaha Roopam’s video. We still gave it time, listened to it a number of times and made sure of the similarities." [23]

They filed a legal copyright lawsuit against the makers of Kannada Film ‘Kantara’, Hombale Films, on the allegations of plagiarism against the song "Varaha Roopam". The band’s management claimed that Varaha Roopam had infringed copyright laws by copying tracks from their debut album Navarasam.[24] Later, The Kozhikode District court passed an injunction order against Hombale Films based on a suit filed by the band leading to prohibiting from playing its song Varaha Roopam in theaters, and on OTT and digital platforms.[25]

Band Members

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The Band has 15 members consists of musicians from various parts of India who contribute their own style and influences to the ensemble.[26][27]

Former Members

[edit]

Management

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The band is managed exclusively by Wonderwall Media Pvt. Ltd., a creative entity based in Cochin.[28] The band’s management team includes Sujith Unnithan, and Lakshmi Venugopal.[26]

Discography

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Albums

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Release Title Year No. Of Tracks
Navarasam 2015 9
Namah 2019 10

Singles

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Release Title Year Featuring
Giddh 2023
Mazhaye 2022 Govind Vasantha
Hello 2021 (Tribute to A.R. Rahman) 2021
Gokulam Kerala FC 2018
Chathe 2015
Theevandi (from "Haram") 2015
Fish Rock 2013

Major Performances

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They have performed live in over 25 countries and having played more than 600 shows as of 2024 as per the band's website.[29]

Event Name Year City Ref
Mahindra Independence Rock Festival 2022 Mumbai [30]
Summerfest 2023 Milwaukee [31]
Echoes of Earth 2023 Bangalore [32]
IIT Sarang Various Chennai [33]
Indiegaga Various Various [34]
Royal Enfield Rider Mania 2022 Goa [35]
South Side Stories Various Various [36]
Summerfest 2019 Milwaukee [37]
Kasauli Rhythm and Blues Festival 2019 Kasauli [38]
Visakha Utsav 2018 Visakhapatnam [39]
Mojo Rising by Kappa TV 2018 Kochi [40]
Pearl 2016 Hyderabad [41]
Red Bull Tour Bus 2016 Chennai [42]
NH7 Weekender Various Various [43]

References

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  2. ^ a b "A different kettle of fish". The Hindu. 2013-09-25. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  3. ^ a b "Thaikkudam Bridge Discusses The Band, Origin of the Celebrated 'Fish Rock' And Everything Musical". News18. 2023-09-15. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  4. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge Official Website | #BeTheBridge". Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  5. ^ "Unity in diversity: How Cochin-based band Thaikkudam Bridge made it big". Hindustan Times. 2015-10-29. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  6. ^ Das, Brinda (2019-11-30). "Building bridges with genres". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  7. ^ "Let the music play". The Hindu. 2014-10-16. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  8. ^ James, Anu (2017-01-20). "AR Rahman, Kamal Haasan, other celebs all praise for Thaikkudam Bridge's new Navarasam video song". www.ibtimes.co.in. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  9. ^ "Listen: "Fish Rock" By Thaikkudam Bridge". Rolling Stone India. 2013-10-10. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  10. ^ "The big debut". The Hindu. 2015-10-08. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  11. ^ beehype; Mridul, Akshit (2017-03-23). "India: Thaikkudam Bridge - "Navarasam"". beehype – Best Music from Around the World. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  12. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge's 'Aarachar' raises the bar for music videos". www.radioandmusic.com. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  13. ^ "Know your Track with Thaikkudam Bridge". Red Bull. 2016-10-19. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  14. ^ Paul, Chokita (2023-06-23). "From the hearts of Thaikkudam Bridge: Exploring discography, eclectic legacy, and unforgettable melodies". Indulgexpress. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  15. ^ "Siddharth Menon excited about Haram". The Times of India. 2017-01-16. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  16. ^ "Siddharth Menon of Thaikkudam Bridge plans to take a break from performing for a while!". The Times of India. 2017-02-26. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  17. ^ Thaikkudam Bridge with Kappa TV @ YouTube FanFest Showcase Bengaluru 2018, 17 July 2018, retrieved 2024-03-24
  18. ^ "Inside Thaikkudam Bridge's new album Namah, a collaboration-heavy tribute to their musical influences". Firstpost.
  19. ^ Shefeek, Afrin (2019-11-30). "Namah, saluting the luminary". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  20. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge | Behindwoods Gold Mic Music Awards - Winners who bagged laurels!". Behindwoods. 2019-10-07. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  21. ^ "Forum Shantiniketan presents Thaikkudam Bridge who will be performing live and launching their new album "Namah" on 30th November 2019 at 7PM at Forum Shantiniketan Mall, Whitefield Bangalore". INDIAN NEWZ. 2019-11-22. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  22. ^ Ferreira, Verus. "Musicunplugged.in : interviews". www.musicunplugged.in. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  23. ^ Parekh, Aayushi (2022-10-31). "Kantara song row: Thaikkudam Bridge frontman speaks up". The Hindustan Times.
  24. ^ "'Kantara' makers face allegations of plagiarism, Kerala band Thaikkudam Bridge to sue for copyright infringement". The Hindu. 2022-10-25. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  25. ^ "Kerala court prohibits use of Varaha Roopam in theatres, digital streaming platforms". The Indian Express. 2023-04-14. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
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  27. ^ "Know Your Artists-Thaikkudam Bridge". KushLosh - Media & More. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  28. ^ "Artists". Wonderwall. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  29. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge - Events". Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  30. ^ Britto, Anurag Tagat and David (2022-11-07). "11 Top Moments from Mahindra Independence Rock". Rolling Stone India. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  31. ^ "Here's the Summerfest 2023 lineup and daily schedule". Radio Milwaukee. 2023-07-04. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  32. ^ "Echoes of Earth 2023 to have performances by Sid Sriram, Tinariwen and Thaikkudam Bridge. Details inside". mirchi.in. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  33. ^ "IIT Madras Students to Celebrate 50 years of Saarang". pib.gov.in. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  34. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge". Indiegaga. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  35. ^ "Radio City Top Celebrity Interview: Movie Review | Web Series Review| Celebrity News". Radiocity. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  36. ^ "South Side Story". southsidestory.in. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  37. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge slays it at Summerfest". The Times of India. 2019-07-20. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  38. ^ Xalxo, Jessica (2019-04-02). "Thaikkudam Bridge, Maati Baani and more Set for Kasauli Rhythm and Blues Festival". Rolling Stone India. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  39. ^ Staff Reporter (2018-12-28). "All set for Visakha Utsav today". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  40. ^ "Mojo Rising 2nd day: Cut-A-Vibe thrills music lovers". English Archives. 2018-02-11. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  41. ^ "Thaikkudam Bridge in Hyderabad, BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus". Whats Hot. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  42. ^ Service, Express News (2016-03-02). "Red Bull Tour Bus". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
  43. ^ Rao, Shweta (2017-10-27). "Platforms like NH7 Can Play a Big Role in the Indian Rock Music Uprising : Thaikkudam Bridge - Roots and Leisure". rootsandleisure.com. Retrieved 2024-03-24.
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