--- title: "Behind the Magic: My Journey as a Magician in India" description: "Magic is about more than just tricks; it is a way to share a memory. Discover my approach to mentalism and close-up magic for your next event." canonical: https://mytribe.in/vivek_magic/close-up-strolling-magic/behind-the-magic last_updated: 2025-10-01 --- # Behind the Magic: My Journey as a Magician Tribe Verified · Performed magic in 20+ countries By [Vivek Ranjit](https://mytribe.in/vivek_magic) · Travels across India for private events and parties · ₹15K per hour (estimate) Part of [Close-Up & Strolling Magic](https://mytribe.in/vivek_magic/close-up-strolling-magic). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/vivek_magic/close-up-strolling-magic/gallery) Magic is not just about the tricks you see; it is about the connection we build in the moment. These are the thoughts, the history, and the moments that shaped my life as a performer. ## Photos and videos - ![Talent is a flame, enlightenment is a fire. This photo represents the fire inside me that burns brighter than the fire around me.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2ef79a1b-3be4-4d75-b2e4-48e4bb8fa096) - [Video: A contemplative moment, thinking about the nature of magic. Are you inside the magic, or is the magic within you? This is a deep question from a Kannada poem that I often think about.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/da7eb946-8bbb-4b68-b7d5-3299092bced4) - [Video: From a young boy in a suit to a traveling magician. The relationship between my magic and me is the most beautiful thing in my life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/708f4052-e93f-4e06-9660-ef1c8ab3cfd4) - [Video: My magic makes me forget everything, sometimes even myself. In those moments of performance, I am completely present, and that is my peace.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a6ccbc39-986c-4073-955b-614f840776b7) - [Video: If you do not believe in yourself, don’t ask anyone to do so. A few shots showing my transformation and journey over the years.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/036e8af7-1e5b-469d-8c46-94d954edfafe) - [Video: It’s still magic even if you know how it’s done. A simple portrait, but it holds the mystery of my art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1a7f0eb4-678b-4132-bab7-5410aaf3cdbb) - ![The best friend I have ever had in life is me. A photo from a shoot in New York, capturing a moment of self-reflection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/326ad050-15c6-48d7-b30c-b562aadb36b4) - ![A candid shot from a photoshoot on the deck of a ship. Just enjoying the moment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c9f0ef1b-fa54-4781-9873-953c2c7e185e) - ![A simple, elegant portrait. Sometimes a picture says more than words.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d326840e-3f1f-46bc-a547-26b900381777) - ![Another shot from a studio session. I enjoy the process of creating a certain look and feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2bf6c34d-1552-4a6d-8107-444c42111020) - ![A final portrait from the same elegant series. The style reflects the classic side of my magic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/76b807ed-044b-4e81-9fdf-488563625c6a) ## About Behind the Magic When I perform, I am not just showing you a trick. I am looking for that moment where you stop analyzing and just start feeling. Whether I am in a corporate boardroom or at a private family dinner, my goal is to strip away the distractions so we can share a real, human connection through the art of the impossible. People ask me why I chose magic. Truthfully, I think magic chose me. Growing up, I saw the world through a lens of 'how does this work,' but as I travelled to over 20 countries, that question changed to 'how does this make you feel.' My philosophy is simple: stop saving money, start collecting memories. That is what I bring to your event. I do not do stage illusions with big boxes or grand, distant spectacles. I walk around, I mingle, and I bring the wonder right to your table. Here is what you can expect when you bring me on board: * **It is not just watching:** I mix Tamil, Kannada, and English to make sure everyone feels at home, from kids to CEOs. * **The impossible happens in your hands:** Whether it is a coin disappearing from your palm or me unlocking your iPhone without a password, the magic happens in your space, not on a faraway stage. * **Mentalism with a human touch:** I do not just guess numbers. I use psychological suggestion to tap into thoughts. It is about reading the room and creating a shared experience. I do not just want to be an entertainer at your party. I want to be the person who made everyone laugh, question reality, and, most importantly, connect. If you are tired of the same old corporate icebreakers or standard party entertainment, let us talk. Let us make your next event something people actually talk about on the drive home. ## About Vivek Ranjit I am Vivek, a magician who believes that real life is the best magic show. My dad taught me to work hard and stay honest, and that has been my compass from my tiny village to cruise ships and halls across the world. I do not just perform tricks; I collect memories with every person I meet. 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