Bela Shende

Bela Shende, an exuberant, young and versatile singer,was born in a musically rich family in Pune. She is blessed to have her grandmother Smt. Kusum Shende and her father Dr. Sanjeev Shende as her Gurus. Her elder sister Sawani,a renowned Hindustani classical vocalist is also her Guru and her best friend and guide.Bela came into lime- light when she won the National Award for the TVS- Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Mega Final, the most recognised and respected musical programme in India, at a young age of 16. She was praised whole heartedly by the panel of judges comprising of legends of Indian Music for her pristine and soulful voice.