Event Curation & Production
Available across Miami
I curate and produce South Asian cultural events in NYC, handling everything from music lineups and venue logistics to creating inclusive spaces for community groups and festivals.
Pricing Guide
Basement Bhangra & Bollywood Disco Club Takeover
Talent & Curation
- Headliner: 120-minute signature set by DJ Rekha mixing Retro Filmi, Classic Bhangra, and Disco Grooves.
- Support Act: Booking of 1 Opening DJ or 1 Live Percussionist (Dhol/Tabla) to perform alongside the set.
- Brand IP: License to use 'Basement Bhangra' or 'Bollywood Disco' naming for event marketing.
- Music Policy: Strictly curated playlists focusing on diaspora pop and roots Bhangra (No request policy).
Production & Visuals
- Visuals: 60-minute loop of psychedelic Bollywood visualizers for LED walls.
- Design Assets: High-res digital assets including flyer templates and motion backgrounds.
- Tech Coordination: Direct alignment with venue sound engineers to tune systems for bass-heavy requirements.
- Rider Management: Coordination of rental gear (CDJ-3000s, Mixer) if not available at venue.
Atmosphere
- Hosting: MCing and mic work by DJ Rekha to build crowd energy.
- Safety: Implementation of inclusivity guidelines to ensure a safe environment for all guests.
Corporate Gala & Museum Soundscape Curation
Concept & Flow
- Thematic Design: Custom music programming aligned with event themes (e.g., South Asian Futurism, Retro Bombay).
- Musical Journey: A structured 3-4 hour flow moving from Ambient/Lo-Fi to Mid-tempo Disco, ending with High-energy Dance.
- Live Musician: Inclusion of one live instrumentalist (Saxophonist, Violinist, or Classical Sitar) to improvise over the DJ set.
Event Management
- Show Calling: Coordination with planners for specific walk-on music for speakers and award segments.
- Aesthetics: Minimalist DJ booth setup designed to blend with event decor.
Brand Value
- Exclusivity: Association with a Lincoln Center alumni artist suitable for diplomatic and institutional gatherings.
End-to-End Festival Stage Production
Lineup Curation
- Talent Buying: Booking and contract management for a diverse 4-6 hour lineup.
- The Acts: Includes DJ Rekha (Headliner), 2 Live Vocalists/Bands, 1 Dance Performance Group, and 1 Emerging DJ.
- Fees Included: Price covers artist fees for the curated lineup up to a specific capped limit.
- Diversity: Guarantee of gender-balanced and inclusive representation on stage.
Logistics & Production
- Stage Management: Dedicated manager for artist changeovers, sound checks, and run-of-show adherence.
- Hospitality: Management of artist riders and F&B requirements.
- Community Zone: Coordination of 3-5 local NGOs or community groups to exhibit at the event.
Creative Direction
- Marketing: Creative direction for event flyers and social media assets.
- Promotion: Cross-promotion on DJ Rekha's channels to reach diaspora audiences.
About Event Curation & Production
What I Do
I bring people together with music and movement. My events are built around joy, whether it's a Basement Bhangra night or a Bollywood Disco throwback. For me, event curation is about creating a vibe that celebrates South Asian culture and the diaspora, right here in NYC and wherever the music takes us.
My Event Approach
It's never just a party. I curate inclusive spaces for everyone, mixing radical queer joy, filmi nostalgia, and real community activism. From Pride blowouts to museum galas, I want folks to feel like it’s their space.
- My curation means handpicking diverse music lineups, mixing legends with rising stars, and weaving in DJs, dancers, and bands so it never feels stale.
- I handle full-scale production - from outdoor concerts to club nights, I manage logistics, venues, and all the behind-the-scenes work that make events flow.
Community First
I work with some of NYC’s biggest cultural spots like Lincoln Center and Brooklyn Museum, and also with grassroots collectives like DRUM and SAKHI. Events are more than music - they’re a way for these groups to connect and celebrate.
Types of Events
I do South Asian cultural festival production for Diwali and Holi, block parties, queer-centric event experiences, and museum gala event production. Each one has its own energy and its own story.
Why It Matters
Basement Bhangra started as a party, but it grew into a legacy for our community. As we say - “Yaar beli ban ban toliyan, paun basement bhangre 'ch boliyan…” That’s the heartbeat I bring to every event.
Meet your Expert
DJ Rekha
206 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, I’m DJ Rekha. Been spinning beats and building wild, welcoming dance floors for a long time now. Basement Bhangra started as a way to blast Punjabi music in NYC clubs, and it just blew up! I’m not just about the music - I collect flyers, photos, all that, cause our party history matters. Donated my stash to NYU so anyone can see how our scene grew. For me, it’s all linked - the beats, the people, the stories.
My Work
DJ, Producer, Curator, Educator - I play festivals, clubs, private parties, and curate events. I also give talks on music and culture.
South Asian Diasporic Dance Music Sets - Bhangra, reworked Punjabi tracks, retro filmi grooves - all mixed for dancing, global vibes always.
Inclusive Dance Party Vibes - Energy’s high, everyone’s welcome. Dance like you’re the Bollywood star you know you are.
Signature Events: Basement Bhangra & Bollywood Disco - Started Basement Bhangra NYC and Bollywood Disco party series. Community, culture, and wild nights from Queens to Brooklyn.
