Amidst the hustle and bustle of every city, there are some stories hidden, which do not make the headlines in the newspapers, but definitely make a place in the hearts of the people. Recently, the story of one such elderly artist came to light on social media, which made thousands of people emotional. The video of this elderly man playing violin on the streets of Kolkata is becoming increasingly viral on the internet these days. Looking at him at first glance, perhaps no one would be able to guess how many challenges there are in his life.
This artist, with white hair, wrinkled face and an old violin in his hands, exhibits his art among the people every day. But his biggest strength is his skill, which seems bigger than both age and circumstances.
It is said that this elderly artist leaves home every day at around five in the evening and plays violin in different areas of Kolkata till late night. People visiting places like Newtown Bus Stand, DLF Subway and Newtown Art Street can often see him creating a special atmosphere with his melodious tunes. Sitting on the roadside and listening to music is their only means of earning a living.
Amazing talent the old man has.
His violin makes this story even more special. The musical instrument with the help of which he was living his life was not in perfect condition. The violin was broken at many places and looking at its condition anyone could understand that it was quite old. Despite this, when he plays it, there is no lack in the sweetness of the notes. His fingers move on the strings in such a way that people walking on the road are forced to stop for a few moments.
The same was seen in the video that went viral on social media. In the video, the elderly artist is seen playing the violin with full concentration. The lines of hard work are clearly visible on his face, but his love for music appears to be much stronger than that. Perhaps this is the reason why people watching the video could not remain impressed by his art.
This video has been shared on Instagram with an account named storiesbyaradhana. After the video surfaced, thousands of people gave their reactions. Many people wrote that in today’s time, it is quite motivational for someone to be so dedicated to his skill even at his age. Some people said that a real artist is the one who keeps his passion alive despite lack of resources. Many users also expressed their desire to help the elderly violinist.
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