Tech Panda x Kenzani: Inside the Minds of Indian Electronica’s Most Inventive Duo

Ever heard a bansuri drop into a bassline? That’s exactly the kind of sonic alchemy Indian electronica duo Tech Panda (Rupinder Nanda) and Kenzani (Kedar Santwani) are known for. Ahead of their debut Australian tour, the pair are bringing a bold new sound to the stage — blending classical Indian textures with deep, hypnotic electronic rhythms. From 'Saawariya' to 'Dilbar', their tracks have lit up social media. But virality is just the surface. Suhayla Sharif sits down with the duo to unpack how they’re reshaping India’s musical heritage into something deeply rooted and radically new.

Pioneers of Indian electronica music, Tech Panda and Kenzani are preserving the sounds and stories of South Asia. Tap the audio player to listen.

When we started making music, we made it because we couldn't hear those sounds anywhere else. It was something that we were missing and our ears were craving.

Kenzani (Kedar Santwani), Indian electronica DJ

The purpose was to save the roots, to save the Indian culture, and get close to it. A lot of our generation want to restore things, art, music. We are also listening to a lot of genres worldwide to help us.

Tech Panda (Rupinder Nanda), Indian electronica DJ

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