Independence Day 2024: Man plays national anthem on guitar, harmonica; viral video touches many hearts
Independence Day 2024: Man plays national anthem on guitar, harmonica; viral video touches many hearts
August 15, 2024
On the occasion of 78th Independence Day, people are taking to social media to share their patriotic spirit.
Consequently, a special tribute by Arun Krishnan has touched millions of hearts with a soul-stirring video of him playing the national anthem, Jana Gana Mana.
He had posted the video just hours before Independence Day. In the clip shared, he can be seen playing two versions of the Indian National Anthem on both guitar and harmonica.
The video has left netizens spellbound and is a testament to the power of music to unite and inspire a nation.
“On the eve of our #IndependenceDay2024 , here are two versions of our National Anthem — One on the guitar, and the other on the harmonica. Dedicated to all those who defend us!” Krishnan wrote on X.
On the eve of our #IndependenceDay2024 , here are two versions of our National Anthem — One on the guitar, and the other on the harmonica.
— Arun Krishnan 🇮🇳 (@ArunKrishnan_) August 14, 2024
Dedicated to all those who defend us!#BharatMataKiJai #JaiHind pic.twitter.com/Pck1BPxxm4
With over 13,000 views so far, the author won plaudits for the effort. Several social media users reacted to the video.
A user wrote, “How the instruments bring out very different flavors. Harmonica sounded so cheerful.” Another user commented, “Excellent rendition in both. I also noted that you stood when playing. Hats off!”
“Wow, I loved the harmonica version even more. You are blessed by MA Saraswati in more ways than one. Vande Matram,” a third user said.
Every year, this day is celebrated with great enthusiasm, holding parades, cultural performances and decorations in the national colours of saffron, white and green.
It honors all the freedom fighters who refused to remain under the British Raj, sacrificing their lives to fight against it.
