Services
Music, artists and entertainment
Chenda melam, nadaswaram, bands, DJs and dancers.
Updated Kalyan Co Planning TeamReviewed by Mefas Fransis
We book and manage every performer: Kerala’s chenda melam drummers and nadaswaram players, string quartets and bands, DJs, folk dancers and sangeet choreographers, plus the sound and lighting they need. Fusion line-ups, like a violin and a nadaswaram sharing a tune, are our favourite.
Music is where two families meet fastest. We build line-ups that cover both: a string quartet for the ceremony, chenda drummers for the arrival, a DJ who knows what both sides dance to.
For sangeet nights we bring choreographers who teach guests from abroad a few steps in an afternoon.
What’s included
Kerala traditions
Chenda melam, panchavadyam, nadaswaram and thavil, oppana and thiruvathira dancers.
Bands and DJs
Live bands, acoustic sets and DJs for every function.
Sangeet choreography
Group routines taught to guests in one or two sessions.
Sound and light
Everything the performers need, run by our crew.
The process
- 1
Line-up
We propose performers for each function.
- 2
Samples
You hear and see each act before booking.
- 3
Show
We manage timings, sound and hospitality for artists.
What it costs
Starting points; your quote is itemised for your dates and guest count.
| Option | From | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Per set | ₹40,000–3 lakh | Depends on the act, group size and travel |
Questions couples ask
What is chenda melam?
A Kerala percussion ensemble led by the chenda, a cylindrical drum, with cymbals and wind instruments. It is played at temple festivals and weddings, and it makes a loud, joyful arrival.
Can you mix Western and Indian music?
Yes. Fusion line-ups are common: a string quartet and a nadaswaram, or a band with chenda drummers joining for the finale.
Tell us about your wedding
Where you live, roughly when, and how many guests. A planner replies within a few hours, in your time zone.