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Quick Summary<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Nivedita Padmanabhan is a young singer known for devotional, classical, film and popular music. She began learning Hindustani classical music at the age of three and became the first student of Artium Academy. Her popular songs include \u201cRaam Bhajan Ki Or\u201d, \u201cAigiri Nandini\u201d, \u201cVaishnav Jan To\u201d and \u201cPalum Pazhavum\u201d.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Who Is Nivedita Padmanabhan?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita Padmanabhan is a young Indian singer whose musical journey began in childhood. She is recognised for singing devotional pieces, Hindustani-based compositions, film songs and contemporary covers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her musical identity has grown through a combination of formal training, regular music riyaz and exposure to different styles. This has helped her move comfortably between traditional repertoire and modern music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita is also associated with Artium Academy<\/strong><\/a> as our first student. Her journey reflects how early guidance, consistent practice and encouragement from family and teachers can help a young learner develop confidence and musical expression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita Padmanabhan is recognised for her songs \u201cHanuman Ansh\u201d and \u201cRaam Bhajan Ki Or\u201d. She began learning Hindustani classical music at the age of three, with her parents supporting and managing her musical journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The First Student of Artium Academy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Being the first student of Artium Academy is an important part of Nivedita\u2019s story. It places her journey close to the early vision of the platform: making structured music education<\/strong><\/a> more accessible through technology and personalised teaching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita\u2019s growth as a singer has been shaped by her understanding of pitch, rhythm, breath control and regular practice. Performing from a young age and learning from feedback have also helped her build confidence. Personalised guidance has supported her development by allowing lessons and exercises to match her age, level and musical goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The larger lesson from Nivedita\u2019s journey is that a learner\u2019s musical path can begin simply with interest, family support and regular practice and develop gradually over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her Teacher\u2019s View: Pranamita Roy on Nivedita\u2019s Journey<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\u201c<\/em><\/strong>Nivedita joined Artium in April\/May 2021 with me for the Hindustani Classical Basic course. She stays in Mumbai and belongs to a musical family. Her father and Mother both are musicians. Her mother Ananya was a PFM teacher with Artium too and a regular performer too. Her father is the director of Spotify as well as an excellent guitarist who plays in some musical bands too. Both the parents were very sincere about her musical journey and her mom helped her a lot for Artium Superstar season 1 preparation. She qualified through all preliminary rounds and got 2nd prize in the Grand Finale in HC category. They also published a mother-daughter duo in Artium originals. Both of them are learning with Kaushiki Chakraborty ji and regularly connect with me. Nivedita recently sang in a Bollywood movie too. She was a very talented and dedicated girl with hard work in practice and presentation.<\/em>\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Her Journey to Learn Hindustani Music<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita began learning Hindustani classical music<\/strong><\/a> at the age of three. Starting young can help a learner become comfortable with daily listening, vocal exercises and the discipline of repeating musical phrases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita\u2019s own repertoire shows how classical learning can support several types of singing. Her training is visible in devotional songs, classical-inspired pieces and film music, while her wider interests include contemporary and international music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Riyaz, Devotion and Finding Her Voice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In her News18 interview<\/strong><\/a>, Nivedita Padmanabhan speaks openly about her training, musical influences and the success of her first solo song. She began learning Hindustani classical music at the age of three and now trains with Kaushiki Chakraborty and Sarti Desikan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita Padmanabhan\u2019s story shows the importance of regular riyaz<\/strong><\/a> in developing a singer\u2019s unique voice. For Nivedita, riyaz is non-negotiable. Her gurus give her challenging exercises, and she knows she cannot avoid practice if she wants to perform well in class. Although she admits that she does not always enjoy riyaz, she understands that it is necessary for improving her singing.

Nivedita also explains that devotional music is closely connected to her family values. She grew up singing devotional songs, while her parents and grandparents taught her that God lives within us. They also encouraged her to be honest in her work and kind to others. For her, devotional music is therefore more than a genre, it reflects faith, sincerity and compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alongside her classical and devotional foundation, Nivedita listens to K-pop and global pop. She mentions BTS, Blackpink, Ariana Grande and Sabrina Carpenter as artists she enjoys. She is open to singing different kinds of age-appropriate music, showing how her Indian musical training blends with modern global influences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita\u2019s first solo song, \u201cRaam Bhajan Ki\u201d from the film Hanuman Ansh<\/em>, became widely popular through reels and playlists. She describes the recording experience as enjoyable and says the song\u2019s success felt overwhelming but rewarding. She thanks Rani ma\u2019am, Rishi sir and Vishal sir for their opportunity and guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following the success of \u201cRaam Bhajan Ki\u201d, Nivedita\u2019s parents have been exploring exciting opportunities for her future musical projects. Her journey continues to grow as she considers new possibilities in singing and playback music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Conversation With Nivedita<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
You are known as Artium Academy\u2019s first student. What do you remember about your earliest classes and how you felt when you started learning music?<\/strong><\/strong>

I had started learning music very early when I was 3 with my mother\u2019s guru, Smt. Varsha Bhave Ji but then during Covid, the online learning opportunity was a blessing and I loved it. I was 8 years old at that time, and since it was pure Hindustani classical, it was challenging for me, but my teacher Smt. Pranamita Roy Ji was extremely good and she really took good care of me. She focused a lot on the basics and her process was very methodical.<\/em><\/p> <\/div>

\u2060What was it like recording \u201cRaam Bhajan Ki Or\u201d? When did you realise that people were connecting with the song?<\/strong><\/strong>

My parents ensured that I take up any recording assignments that come, because it is a completely different experience to learn a new song that has never been recorded before and you will be the first one to breathe life into it. After learning and singing the very difficult Mahishasurmardhini Stotra for Dr. Narayan Mani Ji, I was quite well prepared to sing behind the mic in a recording room again. My mother also taught me the lyrics and the meanings of each and every word along with the pronunciation. I was also guided by the composer Rishi Pathak Sir and the film’s director Vishal Chaturvedi Sir to keep it simple and pious and I tried to do that.<\/em>Like all songs I have recorded, they become experiences and I don’t think too much about them. But when I saw the picturization of my song, I felt really happy about it and we could see that the crowd really loved it. When we started getting calls from family and friends saying they saw the film and heard the song and saw my name in the credits, is when we realised that the song is actually reaching a large audience. It is special that my first ever solo film song is part of something so big.<\/em><\/p> <\/div>

\u2060What has been the happiest or most memorable moment in your singing journey so far?<\/strong><\/strong>

Every time I sing in the studio or on stage, it gives me a lot of happiness. Every song, every performance is special.<\/em>But I really think I am lucky and blessed to have performed in front of stalwarts like Sonu Nigam Sir, Shubha Mudgal Ma\u2019am, Aruna Sairam Ma\u2019am during the Artium Superstar and then winning the runner up prize there, was a very overwhelming and memorable experience.<\/em>Recently I was part of Charan Sparsh at NMACC. To share the same stage with my guru Smt Kaushiki Chakraborty and a whole lot of very senior musicians was an awesome thing!<\/em>Also, I recently sang at Shankar Mahadevan Sir\u2019s Ganpati celebrations, in the presence of very senior artists, was a memorable experience.<\/em><\/p> <\/div>

Which of your songs is closest to your heart, and why?<\/strong><\/strong>

This has to be O Maaeri, where I got to sing a new pop song for the first time, and that too with my mother. We had so much fun shooting the video!<\/em><\/p> <\/div>

Could you share a short message about your journey with Artium Academy?<\/strong><\/strong>

My years at Artium Academy were the most important years of my learning – that has really set me up to do more and to be a humble student of music for life.<\/em><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n

From Childhood Performances to Playback Singing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita\u2019s musical journey began with simple childhood performances and gradually grew into professional singing. From performing with her parents and at school events to recording devotional and film songs, each stage helped her build confidence, experience and a distinct musical identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early Beginnings<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita has been singing from a very young age at family gatherings, school events and religious programmes. Performing in these supportive settings helped her practise comfortably, gain confidence and develop her love for music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her childhood repertoire included both Indian and English songs. Videos shared from her younger years include performances of \u201cGajanana Shri Ganaraya<\/strong><\/a>\u201d, \u201cAa Chal Ke Tujhe<\/strong><\/a>\u201d, \u201cTop of the World<\/strong><\/a>\u201d and \u201cAll My Loving<\/strong><\/a>\u201d by The Beatles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She also performed \u201cLavender\u2019s Blue<\/strong><\/a>\u201d at a playschool annual concert. The performance description notes that her mother helped her prepare the song and that she practised it with both parents before going on stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can watch these early performances on her YouTube channel<\/strong><\/a>. They show how her confidence developed gradually from singing at home and school events to performing for wider audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Playback and Film Music<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita has also sung for films and soundtracks, including \u201cRaam Bhajan Ki Or\u201d from Hanuman Ansh and \u201cPalum Pazhavum – Title Track\u201d from Palum Pazhavum. Her popular songs also include \u201cJudgementall Hai Kya\u201d and \u201cO Maaeri\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita\u2019s Growing Popularity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nivedita\u2019s popularity has grown through recorded releases, digital music platforms, videos and social media. Her songs are available through services including JioSaavn, Apple Music and Amazon Music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The songs most commonly associated with her include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Raam Bhajan Ki Or<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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