Bollywood Meets Jazz is a groundbreaking musical experience; the first of its kind in Aotearoa; brought to life by acclaimed jazz pianist and composer Ben Fernandez in collaboration with the powerhouse Auckland Jazz Orchestra (AJO).

Experience iconic Bollywood hits reimagined with bold jazz arrangements, rich harmonies, and infectious grooves. Get transported into a world where classic Bollywood rhythms and melodies fuse with the pulse and improvisation of jazz. Featuring guest vocalists Ritika Puri and Gopal Nair, this groundbreaking 20-piece production promises nostalgia with a twist, celebrating Bollywood’s golden era in a way you’ve never heard before.

From a sellout show at TAPAC in Western Springs earlier this year, and now back by popular demand the band is thrilled to be a part of the BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival 2025.