Three World Records
Officially Achieved
HISTORIC BENCHMARK · SEPTEMBER 2026
THREE WORLD RECORDS ACHIEVED
Three historic records accomplished simultaneously on one monumental stage at DB City Mall, Bhopal—uniting hundreds of instrumentalists, vocalists, and dancers in an unprecedented cultural celebration.
30+ Musical Instruments
One artist. 30+ instruments. One continuous relay.
Featuring keyboard, guitar, violin, flute, tabla, harmonium and more performed seamlessly.
200+ Voices
A mass choir performing Vande Mataram.
A monumental mass classical choral symphony uniting over 200 vocalists in swara, raga, and lyrical devotion under Music Director Abhay Tiwary.
200+ Kathak Dancers
A synchronized Kathak performance on a national song.
Led by Guru Abhilashaa Tiwarii.
WORLD RECORD
CERTIFICATES & CITATIONS
Official provisional and verified certificates awarded to Vividha Academy and its founders at DB City Mall, Bhopal, commemorating the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram. Click any certificate to inspect full resolution.
Most Sound Makers Played in a Musical Relay
Abhay Tiwari
Record-breaking number of sound makers played in a musical relay under the mentorship of Music Director Abhay Tiwari at DB City Mall, Bhopal.
Largest Choir Performance of a National Song
Vividha Academy (Directed by Abhay Tiwari)
Record-breaking choir performance of the national song Vande Mataram with hundreds of vocalists at DB City Mall, Bhopal.
Most People Performing Kathak Dance on National Song
Vividha Academy (Mentorship of Ms. Abhilasha Tiwari)
Record-breaking synchronized Kathak performance on the national song of India by dancers under Guru Abhilasha Tiwari at DB City Mall, Bhopal.
Most People Performing Kathak Dance in a Relay
Vividha Academy (Directed by Abhilashaa Tiwarii)
124 Kathak dancers performed non-stop for 12 continuous hours, setting a benchmark in classical dance synchronization and endurance.
Official Invitation · Vividha Academy
VIVIDHA ACADEMY CORDIALLY INVITES YOU
FELICITATION CEREMONY
WORLD RECORD 2026
“Celebrating a Historic Achievement and the Power of Young Talent”
Saturday
26 September 2026
6:30 PM Onwards
Evening Gala
Anjani Auditorium
Ravindra Bhavan, Bhopal
Witness live stage recaps of the 3 historic records: the 200+ Kathak dancers relay, the 200+ voice Vande Mataram mass choir, and the 30+ instruments relay.
A first-of-its-kind Kathak × AI initiative in Bhopal under Guru Abhilasha Tiwari with script by Shubhi Dubey(India's Got Intelligence).
VISIONARY LEADERSHIP
THE ARTISTS
The artists leading the three 2026 record attempts in Bhopal.
Abhay Tiwary
Master of Swar, Laya & Taal. Directing the 30+ instrumental relay and 200+ choir symphony.
Abhilashaa Tiwarii
Golden Book World Record Holder guiding the synchronization of 200+ Kathak dancers.
CULTURAL PROPOSITION
A CELEBRATION OF INDIAN CULTURE
Indian Classical Music
30+ traditional and contemporary instruments brought together in one relay.
Vande Mataram
200+ voices united in a mass choral performance.
Kathak
200+ dancers presenting India's classical dance tradition at scale.
Young Artists
Hundreds of emerging performers participating in a landmark cultural event.
REHEARSALS & UPDATES
FOLLOW THE JOURNEY
Rehearsals & Behind the Scenes
Official YouTube Channel
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OFFICIAL RECORD FAQ & ARCHIVE
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Official facts, adjudicator citations, and verification details regarding Vividha Academy's world records.
What world records did Vividha Academy achieve in 2026?
On September 1, 2026 at DB City Mall, Bhopal, Vividha Academy achieved three landmark world records certified by Golden Book of World Records: (1) Most Sound Makers Played in a Musical Relay by Abhay Tiwari, (2) Largest Choir Performance of a National Song with 200+ vocalists singing Vande Mataram, and (3) Most People Performing Kathak Dance on National Song with 200+ Kathak dancers mentored by Guru Abhilasha Tiwari.
Where was the 2026 World Record held?
The performance was held at DB City Mall, Zone-I, Maharana Pratap Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India, organized to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram.
What was Vividha Academy's 2025 World Record?
On July 20, 2025, Vividha Academy entered the Golden Book of World Records for 'Most People Performing Kathak Dance in a Relay', where 124 dancers performed non-stop for 12 continuous hours under Guru Abhilashaa Tiwarii.
What is the Vividha Vande Mataram Felicitation Ceremony 2026?
Held in honor of the three world records, the Felicitation Ceremony takes place on Saturday, 26 September 2026 at 6:30 PM at Anjani Auditorium, Ravindra Bhavan, Bhopal. It celebrates a historic achievement and the power of young talent, presents official Golden Book honors to participants, and features live stage performances of all 3 certified world record acts.
How can participants and guests attend the Felicitation Ceremony?
Performers, parents, and classical art patrons can register through the official RSVP form (https://forms.gle/aSLsMuKZ9N8Th6F4A) or contact the academy helpline directly at +91 91317 00299.
How can participants verify or claim their 2026 certificates?
Participants and academies can claim and verify their credentials directly through our Participant & Admission Desk above or by contacting the academy desk at +91 91317 00299.
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