Bon Phonta is a unique initiative that has been conceived by renowned dancer Indrani Ganguly (Principal, Sristi Dance Academy).

The concept of Bhai Phonta or Bhai Dooj is an intrinsic part of Indian culture. The sisters feed their brothers and wish for their long and healthy lives. The brothers shower the sisters with gifts. This festival signifies the duty of a brother to protect his sister from all harm.

However, there is no ceremony or festival to celebrate Bon Phonta. Indrani Ganguly came up with this idea for the sisters who could also be a part of this festival like their brothers.

The event is in its second year and it was graced by Lily Chakravarty, Dr. Amita Dutta, Jojo Mukherjee, Sayantani Guha Thakurta, Payel Mukherjee, Moubani Sorcar, and many other celebrities from different walks of life.

Speaking at the event, Lily Chakravarty said “I have been part of this event earlier too. This is a great event and I shower all my love and blessings to Indrani for organizing such a unique event for the sisters”.

Jojo said “Indrani always comes up with new and unique ideas. I was part of the last edition of Bon Phonta and I am again a part of her endeavor this year too. This feels great as we did not have a day like our brothers used to have. So this feels amazing”.

Indrani Ganguly applied the Phonta on all the guests and presented them with gifts.

The theme music for this event has been composed by Pandit Mallar Ghosh. “Indrani has always thought of ideas that were out-of-the-box. She has always stayed away from the ongoing trends. When she asked me to compose the music for this event, I was confused at first. Then I prayed to Ma Saraswati and she guided me to compose the music for this event” said Pandit Mallar Ghosh.

A great initiative indeed!!

Priyanka Dutta