ART
• Varnam 2026
Presented by the Singapore Malayalee Association, this annual art exhibition features 20 artists and over 100 artworks across a rich spectrum of mediums – including oil, acrylic, water colour, charcoal and mixed media.
When: Oct 2 (Fri) to Oct 4 (Sun), 10am to 8pm Where: The Art House, Gallery 2 Admission: Free
COMEDY
• Abhishek Upmanyu Live Singapore
Indian stand-up comedian, writer and YouTuber Abhishek Upmanyu showcases a new act that includes relatable humour, keen insights and lots of laughter.
When: Oct 16 (Fri), 8pm to 9.30pm Where: Kreta Ayer People’s Theatre Tickets: eventbrite.sg
DANCE
• Bollywood Dandiya Night
Experience a fusion of high-energy Bollywood music, dandiya raas, garba and non-stop dancing.
When: Oct 10 (Sat), 6pm to 10pm Where: Singapore Khalsa Association Tickets: eventbrite.sg
EVENT
• Merku Udayam 2026
A celebration of Indian culture and heritage. Participants can look forward to interactive activities such as UV face painting and traditional games, budget shopping and attractive lucky draw prizes.
When: Oct 3, Sat, 2pm to 6pm Where: Ayer Rajah Community Club Details: onepa.gov.sg/events
MUSIC
• Sukhbir Live in Concert
Indian singer and songwriter Sukhbir Singh, widely known as the “Prince of Bhangra” for his high-energy Punjabi pop music, will perform for the first time in Singapore. He mixes traditional Punjabi folk sounds with rap, techno and reggae beats. He plays many instruments, but his music heavily features the traditional dhol and dholak.
When: Oct 2, 7pm Where: Al Capone’s (Haw Par Glass Tower), 178 Clemenceau Avenue Tickets: eventbrite.sg
• Sounds of Soul
Discover the sounds of the sarangi through Nabeel Khan, an eighth-generation sarangi artiste from the renowned Moradabad Sainia Gharana.
When: Oct 10, Sat, 7pm to 10pm Where: RELC International Hotel Tickets: eventbrite.sg
• Ragas in Reflection
Experience an evening of Hindustani classical music featuring accomplished vocalist Mala Ramadorai, who is accompanied by tabla player Abhay Datar and harmonium player Anant Joshi.
When: Oct 17 (Sat), 7pm to 9pm Where: SIFAS, 252 Middle Road Tickets: eventbrite.sg
