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Dubai: Singer Akanksha Grover to headline soulful 'Baithak' experience
The 'Baithak' experience returns on June 6, featuring old nostalgic songs, soulful Bollywood music and more
- PUBLISHED: Wed 27 May 2026, 5:09 PM UPDATED: Thu 28 May 2026, 4:51 PM
In a city known for its glittering concerts and high-octane nightlife, Baithak is offering a chance to slow down, listen and simply feel. Created by Showoff Entertainment, the concept reimagines the traditional mehfil for Dubai’s multicultural audience, blending old nostalgic songs, soulful Bollywood music and storytelling into an experience designed as much for healing as entertainment.
Unlike conventional music events, Baithak draws into comfort and connection. Guests can choose between traditional floor-style baithak seating on diwans closer to the stage or regular chairs, creating a living-room-like atmosphere where audiences are encouraged to sing along and absorb the music. The organisers describe it as an experience for “true listeners of music”, one that prioritises emotion and intimacy over spectacle.
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Dubai’s celebrated live music property Baithak is returning with a special Anniversary Edition on June 6, at Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, featuring acclaimed singer and performer Akanksha Grover for an unforgettable evening of soulful music, nostalgia, and cultural connection. This upcoming edition promises to elevate the experience further with an immersive ambiance, and a curated set by Akanksha Grover with a special tribute segment to Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle.
The gates open at 7pm, with performances running from 9pm to 11pm. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the venue. Open to all ages, the gathering encourages comfortable clothing, with organisers inviting attendees to “dress as if they are lounging in their living room with like-minded souls”.
Tickets start from Dh150 and are available through Platinumlist.
