--- title: "Magic & Variety Shows - Hire Pro Corporate Entertainers & Mentalists - mytribe" description: "Looking for unforgettable Magic & Variety Shows? Hire Prahlad Acharya's acclaimed family troupe for mind-bending mentalism, shadow play, and ventriloquism. Perfect for corporate events, festivals, and virtual shows. Book an amazing entertainer today!" canonical: https://mytribe.in/acharyaprahlada/magic-variety-shows last_updated: 2025-09-08 --- # Magic & Variety Shows in Bengaluru By [Prahlad Acharya](https://mytribe.in/acharyaprahlada) · 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. Typically ₹45K-2.3L per show (estimate) ## Locations Travels across India; Virtual shows available ### Travels to - Travels for shows across Bengaluru (Bengaluru, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India) - Travels for shows across Karnataka (Karnataka, Karnataka, India) - Travels for shows across India (India, India) Also available online. ## Pricing guide (estimates) These are indicative prices based on provider's past work. Enquire now to find out final quote. ### Interactive Mentalism & Telepathy Show A 60-minute interactive performance featuring currency note serial reading, ESP, and live mind-reading hosted by Prahlad Acharya. Typically ₹45-65K per show (60 mins) (estimate) #### Performance Squad * **Lead Performers:** "Psychic Siblings" (Pooja & Pratheek Acharya) handling core mentalism. * **Host:** Introduction and crowd warming by Master Magician Prahlad Acharya. #### Key Routines * **Duration:** 45-60 minutes of continuous interaction. * **Currency Note Mystery:** Signature act identifying serial numbers of hidden notes. * **ESP & Telepathy:** Live thought transmission and guessing names/objects thought by guests. * **Language:** Bilingual (English & Kannada/Hindi). #### Logistics * **Setup:** Zero-infrastructure; can be performed on stage or round-table style. * **Tech:** Includes small props (blindfolds, pads). Venue to provide PA system. ### Signature Variety Special: Shadowgraphy & Magic A 90-minute show combining Prahlad's famous hand shadow storytelling, comedy ventriloquism with puppets, and classic magic routines. Typically ₹90K-1.4L per show (90 mins) (estimate) #### The Variety Trinity * **Shadow Play (Neralu - Belaku):** Hand shadow storytelling on a large screen set to music. * **Vent-O-Magic:** Comedy segment with puppets (Ventriloquism) and magic tricks. * **Classic Magic:** Visual routines with silks, ropes, and objects by the family troupe. #### Production & Setup * **Equipment:** Includes specialized shadow screen (approx. 8ft x 6ft) and high-lumen lighting. * **Duration:** 75-90 minutes. * **Crew:** Prahlad Acharya, performing children, and technical director. #### Requirements * **Blackout:** Venue must allow total darkness for the Shadow Play segment. * **Audio:** Includes backing tracks. * **Transport:** Includes local transport of the "Shadow Box" rig. ### Grand Illusion & Stage Spectacle Large-scale theatrical show featuring heavy props, human levitation illusions, and full troupe choreography for big stages. Typically ₹1.5-2.3L per show (75 mins) (estimate) #### The Spectacle * **Grand Illusions:** 2-3 "Big Box" acts like Human Levitation, Metamorphosis, or Sawing illusions. * **Cast:** Full troupe performance with Prahlad, family, and assistants in stage costumes. * **Visuals:** Choreographed movement with dramatic music and lighting cues. #### Logistics Included * **Transport:** Trucking and handling of heavy illusion apparatus. * **Crew:** 2-3 stagehands for prop management and safety. * **Prep:** Professional makeup and costume changes included. #### Client Requirements * **Stage:** Minimum 24ft x 16ft area required. * **Tech:** Client must provide intelligent lighting and heavy-duty sound system. * **Facilities:** Private green room required near stage. ## 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. ## Highlights Browse through Prahlad Acharya's best work. ### [Featured](https://mytribe.in/acharyaprahlada/magic-variety-shows/featured) - [Video: My children, Pooja and Pratheek, performing as the Psychic Siblings. Here they are doing an interactive mind-reading demonstration where they guess the serial number on a currency note held by an audience member.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e8d691b7-224b-43a1-8645-b5e453711da8) - [Video: This is a clip of our Neralu - Belaku shadow play performance at the Ballary Utsav. Performing our art for such a large and energetic crowd is always an incredible experience for us.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14a0bd48-b1e5-4631-a1be-498afae5b595) - [Video: A glimpse from the 'Magic Beyond Barriers' show, a large production we were proud to be a part of. This clip shows a classic grand illusion, the levitation act, performed on a beautifully lit stage.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1f97508d-5356-4b7c-8d2e-a09681931d32) - ![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.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9ddb597b-a1cf-4c92-9ef5-abc173e206f5) - ![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.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/016ffeef-2807-4008-88f3-c555dc16a885) - ![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.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c974299c-3a54-4e55-8535-59b5df51a579) - ![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.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3de74312-8fd7-4243-bed2-e662a11eab88) ### [Neralu - Belaku: The Art of Shadow Play](https://mytribe.in/acharyaprahlada/magic-variety-shows/neralu-belaku-the-art-of-shadow-play) - [Video: Here is a promotion for our television segment 'Neralina Aata' on Chintu TV. In this show, we present a new shadow play story every week for our young audience.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3196cd3a-5ee5-404b-966c-a2d3e28ee800) - [Video: A short clip from one of our shadow play stories. This ancient art of hand shadows allows us to create entire worlds with minimal props, focusing on the narrative.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/251a389c-d728-4b38-910d-7bff7661c660) - [Video: Our special shadow play tribute for Janmastami, depicting Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhan Hill. We often create custom performances for festivals and cultural events.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/16bf739a-a670-4166-bb36-e273c50fd64d) - [Video: Wishing everyone a Happy Vishu with a special shadow art piece. This scene shows a family celebrating the festival, created entirely with hand shadows.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/45236b1f-1f3b-4147-90f4-53e3f72b780e) - ![This is a poster for our Neralu - Belaku shadow play performance for a Private Security Day event. Our shows are adaptable for corporate and community functions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9c6707a-c8a3-4aff-9a8a-fb03a3c2a4ef) - ![A poster from a cultural program in Bidar where we performed our Magic and Shadow Play. We love encouraging young artists and performing alongside them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/beaca7fb-9840-49fd-b37b-034c166e3108) ### [Puppetry & Ventriloquism](https://mytribe.in/acharyaprahlada/magic-variety-shows/puppetry-ventriloquism) - [Video: A glimpse of our traditional string puppetry act, known as 'Puttali Kala Mela'. These colourful, handcrafted puppets are used to perform stories from folklore and mythology.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/685e3b50-7d00-4847-a952-d3575a0e74a7) - ![Here I am with my co-star, a mischievous monkey puppet from my ventriloquism act. This part of the show is always filled with laughter and fun audience interaction.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/531ae512-1ba5-48ca-8242-8ee450a115c6) ### [On the Road: Shows & Events](https://mytribe.in/acharyaprahlada/magic-variety-shows/on-the-road-shows-events) - [Video: The stage and grounds being set up for the Kalyana Karnataka Utsava 2023 in Kalburgi. It is always exciting to see the grand scale of these festivals before we perform.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a31ea379-28f6-4391-9a7c-d2982c6df926) - ![Our team waiting at the airport for a flight to our next show. We travel together as a troupe to perform all over the country.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0e56f5ac-a81a-4e74-b584-e7e048a8d63b) - [Video: My children Pooja and Pratheek inviting everyone to the Magic Fest in Tirthahalli. We were excited to perform our psychic act for an audience of fellow magicians and magic lovers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fc7d7295-a993-4eb8-b9c2-a3fd4d905d64) - ![A poster for the show 'Insomnia' where I was featured alongside the talented Mentalist Aathi. I am grateful for the opportunities to collaborate with other performers in the industry.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/25865e16-9dfd-4229-9024-a35a69b2a108) - ![In costume and makeup for a theatre performance. The stage is a second home for me, and I cherish every opportunity to be on it. Happy World Theatre Day.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4dc930b1-9a82-40e4-9ccb-d2d939fc1b0c) - ![A proud moment holding a memento from a show. It is an honour to be recognized for the art that I love and have dedicated my life to.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5124ced4-c34d-46be-bd86-517f88b50586) ## Meet your expert [Prahlad Acharya](https://mytribe.in/acharyaprahlada) ### 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). ## More services from Prahlad Acharya - [Shadowgraphy (Hand Shadow Storytelling)](https://mytribe.in/acharyaprahlada/shadowgraphy-hand-shadow-storytelling) · ₹18-95K per show (estimate) ## Book To book Prahlad Acharya, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Magic%20%26%20Variety%20Shows%20by%20Prahlad%20Acharya.) You can also send your own message based on what your user needs. Put it in the link as `https://wa.me/916360004054?text=`.