Amid unpredictable Delhi weather teasing a downpour, Lady Shri Ram College for Women brought glam and energy to Tarang, its three-day annual fest themed Khud Se Mulaqat – a meeting with oneself. The theme reflected students’ free-spirited self-expression, as the campus buzzed with trendy and desi fits. From ramen to kathi rolls, boba to ganne ka juice, food stalls offered a wide mix of bites.
Prof Kanika K Ahuja (inset) said, “At LSR, we often say there’s magic in the air and Tarang 2026 embodied it completely… I hope the spirit of Tarang stays with all of us”
A night of singalongsNavjot Ahuja, known for his popular single Khat, headlined Day 3. His vocal range, paired with candid audience banter, made the performance stand out. Sharing the thought behind the hit, he told the audience, “In July 2025, I went on a date – a first date. People think it’s written for an ex, but I wrote Khat that same night when I got home. I felt too much to not write. After a long time, I felt like I could fall in love,” he said. “Woh kuch bhi bol rahi thi aur main, na chahte huye bhi, haan kar raha tha. That’s when I wrote, ‘tu pareshaan kar rahi hai phir bhi masoom lag rahi hai.’ She may not be the dedication, but she was definitely the muse,” he added. “I’ll sing the unreleased version of the song (Khat) first for you,” he said, garnering cheers from the crowd.
Navjot Ahuja, known for his popular single Khat, headlined Day 3
Khud se mulaqat mirrors our journey at LSR: StudentsNavjot’s performance opened on a nostalgic note, with wistful students clinging to their best friends. Talking about the theme, President of the Students’ Union, Srishti Singh, shared, “Our team often talks about the journey from our first semester at LSR to graduation – that process of finding ourselves. That mulaqat with ourselves is what we want Tarang to represent through the theme.” The singer applauded the crowd, saying, “Isse loud maine yeh gaana pehle kabhi nahi suna honestly!” as students belted Die With A Smile by Bruno Mars in unison.
Vandana Pal’s Sufi-Bollywood set, Vandana ki Bethak, stood out for its strong vocals and engaging stage presence. She performed classics like Jugni Ji and Ishq Risk, energising the audience for the evening ahead
