The music band V4 Once More is out with their debut song, a friendship anthem titled Brosarikhe. The track was recently launched by actress Sumbul Touqeer who is known for her portrayals in TV shows Imlie, Kavya Ek Jazbaa Ek Junoon. Known for their camaraderie and performances brimming with enthusiasm, the band members—Arohi Kothari, Tejas Kothari, Kaushal Purecha, and Ekta Dave Purecha—have much more in store for the season.
“We are all excited to perform. Each day brings new experiences and fun moments on stage. Our team is full of enthusiasm, and they come up with innovative ideas for our performances. Each year, we make sure to introduce new songs in our medley,” says Arohi.
When asked about their performances during the wedding season, Arohi shares, “We mainly perform Bollywood songs and Punjabi numbers for dancing medleys, but we like to mix in popular music. We merge songs in such a way that people can’t help but hit the dance floor! We also include English, Marathi, Gujarati, or Marwadi songs, depending on the client’s needs or requests. You name it, we have it! With different voices in the band, we can cover a wide range of singing styles!”
She explains that each performance has its unique timing and requirements. “Each city influences our routine. For example, in the Marwadi community, they often have midnight pheras, so the sangeet schedule shifts accordingly. We have done many pre-wedding events that start at midnight, sometimes going on stage as late as midnight. We also have a concept called ‘Baraat on Wheels,’ where we perform live with baraatis, accompanied by dholkies on a moving truck. In Mumbai, traffic rules limit the areas where we can perform, but in other cities with more space, we cover longer routes,” she says.
Tejas highlights that each sangeet performance brings a unique experience. “Every show brings a different audience, which can be challenging. Sangeets are always fun because we perform live from start to finish. Our goal is to feel satisfied after each show. We are known as trendsetters because, for each wedding season, we bring something new, whether it’s the songs we perform or the way we enter the stage. Every band member is full of energy, and we often have to make decisions on the spot based on the time and audience’s mood—decisions that we make within minutes,” he says.
Tejas adds, “Performing sangeets in different cities doesn’t make much difference, but what’s challenging is travelling from one city to another back-to-back while maintaining the same energy. There are many memorable moments during our travels, but I recall a recent incident. We were travelling from Surat to Jaipur, and our flight got delayed. We reached the airport around 6:30 p.m. and arrived at the venue around 8:30 p.m. We were supposed to start the show by 9 p.m., but our sound check usually takes about two hours. However, we managed to pull it off, and the show started around 11:30 p.m.”
Meanwhile, Kaushal and Ekta discuss their commitment to delivering high-energy performances each time.
“With time, our experience and excitement have grown. As each year passes, every team member has evolved as a performer. Sangeet is a once-in-a-lifetime event that every family member eagerly awaits,” says Kaushal.
He explains that their performances feature popular songs that everyone loves. “We perform hardcore Bollywood dance hits, and if it’s a Gujarati sangeet, we include some Garba too. It’s 120 minutes of non-stop madness, and we make sure that people don’t even get a second to catch their breath. The flow is fast-paced and thrilling to watch. Different cities provide us with different experiences,” he says.
Kaushal adds, “Sometimes, when we perform in remote interior locations, it’s challenging to get the locals to open up and jump onto the dance floor, but over time, we have learned how to get everyone moving. We believe that every person has a child within them that just wants to let loose. We create the opportunity and give them a little push, and soon enough, they are dancing their hearts out. We have mastered the art of getting the crowd involved.”
Meanwhile, Ekta shares that they have many performances lined up in the coming weeks. “We have been performing across different states in India and also abroad. As the regions change, the taste in music and dance styles change, but over the years, we have learned exactly how to hit the right note,” she says.
Talking about their setlist, she adds, “We perform energetic Bollywood songs that appeal to all age groups. We sing Punjabi, retro, rap, and other Bollywood dance numbers that are guaranteed to get people on the dance floor. We cover around 100+ songs in our 120-minute set.”
