Rishabh Sharma Using the Power of Sitar and Indian Classical Music to Heal the World

Rishabh Sharma, 27, is bringing the timeless beauty of Indian classical music back into the spotlight in an era dominated by pop and rock with a powerful mission to raise mental health awareness. Rishabh was born in Srinagar into a family that made famous sitars, so music was in his blood. His journey was not without challenges, though. Rishabh faced his darkest moments in 2020 when he lost his grandfather, a mentor and emotional anchor, after years of fighting depression. Overwhelmed by grief, the sitar, once his source of joy, fell silent in his life.

Rishabh slowly picked up his sitar once more during the pandemic’s isolation, not to perform for an audience but to heal himself. The development of “Sitar for Mental Health,” a movement to assist others in finding peace through the soulful vibrations of Indian classical music, followed this personal rediscovery of music’s healing power. Since then, thousands of people all over the world have been captivated by Rishabh’s mesmerizing sitar performances. Many people who were struggling with anxiety, depression, and loneliness found solace in his music. Rishabh Sharma became the first Musician Advocate for Mental Health for the United Nations in 2024, making history. He also shared his art with world leaders at the prestigious White House Diwali Party. Due to sold-out concerts and growing global recognition, Rishabh’s fan base has skyrocketed

Rishabh, influenced by his Guru, the legendary Pandit Ravi Shankar, holds the belief that music is more than just an art form; it is also a means of connection, healing, and life itself. Rishabh Sharma shows the world through his journey that music for mental health is more than just therapy; it is a revolution of the heart and soul.