A behind the screen look at how we create our shadow puppets. Using only our hands, we form animals and characters, like these two deer, to tell stories in our Neralu - Belaku show.
A happy moment backstage with fellow artists. I believe magic and art connect people, and I am always grateful to share the stage with such talented individuals.
My children, Pooja and Pratheek, waiting backstage before a show. As a family of performers, these quiet moments together are just as special as the time we spend on stage.
Our troupe on the way to a performance. We travel across the country to bring our shows to different cities and audiences, and every journey is an adventure.
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Magic & Variety Shows in Bengaluru

Travels across India; Virtual shows available
Prahlad Acharya

I perform magic and variety shows with my kids, mixing mentalism, grand illusions, shadow storytelling, and puppetry for all kinds of events, live or online.

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About Magic & Variety Shows

A Family of Magicians

Magic runs in my family - I perform with my kids, Pooja and Pratheek. We travel together, bringing a mix of tradition and surprise to every stage. Doing this as a family makes every show special for us.

What We Do

Our shows fit any event - festivals, office parties, private gigs. We mix and match acts to suit the vibe:

  • Mentalism & mind reading: Pooja and Pratheek, the Psychic Siblings, get the crowd guessing with their interactive mind reading performance.
  • Grand illusions: Big-stage magic like levitation and sudden appearances keep things lively.
  • Shadow play storytelling: Using hands and light, we shape stories from Panchatantra and myth, a style we call Neralu - Belaku.
  • Other variety: I throw in ventriloquism with a naughty monkey puppet, and we also use traditional puppetry entertainment for colourful stories.

Live & Virtual Options

We love performing for live crowds, but we also offer a fully interactive virtual magic show for events. Both have their own feel - live is energetic, virtual is more personal but still fun.

Where You’ll Find Us

We’re a traveling troupe, performing in Kannada and English. You’ll catch us at festivals, corporate functions, theatre shows, and even on TV. Miss maaddhe nodtha iri (Don’t miss it, keep watching) - our magic’s meant to be seen.

Meet your Expert

Prahlad Acharya

Prahlad Acharya

My Story

Namaskara, I’m Prahlad Acharya. Magician, shadow artist, but first—son, husband, father. My art is a family thing. My wife, my kids Pooja and Pratheek (maybe you’ve seen us as Psychic Siblings or Shadow Siblings), we share the stage, share the joy. My maa, my gurus, friends—every show I do, I carry their blessings, their dāri dīpagaḷu (guiding lights). Performing is my way of honouring them, and sharing a bit of my heart with you.

My Work

Magic, Hand Shadowplay, Ventriloquism, Mentalism - I perform magic shows, Hand Shadowplay (Neralina Aata), ventriloquism, and mentalism—on stage, at home, online.

Family Acts: Psychic Siblings & Shadow Siblings - I often perform with my kids, Pooja and Pratheek. Our Psychic Siblings act brings a special energy.

Hand Shadowplay Storytelling - My Hand Shadowplay isn’t just shapes—it’s kathé (storytelling). We bring Panchatantra tales and social messages to life.

Magic for All Events - We’ve done shows at big festivals, private parties, corporate events, and even virtual magic shows. Every show is a sahayaatra (journey together).

45K-2.3L
Typical range