Updated On: 08 June, 2020 12:15 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sona Mohapatra's Nit Khair Manga is the first of its kind collaboration in India of art pieces and music. The song has been composed by Ram Sampath

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The songstress Sona Mohapatra becomes the first Indian female singer to bring to life the traditional Sufi Qawali, Nit Khair Manga sung by many male music stars across the ages but made famous by Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. Sona Mohapatra has now included a funk-fusion rendition of the same in her documentary film "Shut Up Sona", which is currently playing at the largest documentary festival in North America, Hot Docs Toronto.
Retaining the soul and authenticity of the original, Sona's rendition is fresh and powerful yet keeps alive the essence of this ode to unconditional love. Nit Khair Manga has a special place in her heart. Getting a world-class production in place for the same is the genius of Ram Sampath who has always innovated with his music.