UNTOLD Podcast, Episode 153 ft. Shankuraj Konwar - and the stories behind their Coke Studio Bharat song!In this episode, we talk about the Assamese Folk Music, the culture and the scene around. Assam's deep-rooted culture has essence in every sense. It narrates stories that are often not discovered.Holo Lolo is a soulful collaboration featuring Assamese artist Shankuraj Konwar and Bollywood singer Shalmali Kholgade. Composed by Konwar, the song reimagines a traditional elephant-taming melody from Assam’s Moran community, originally crafted by legendary trainer Sarat Moran.This fusion masterpiece blends authentic Assamese folk elements with modern electronic beats, showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of the region on a national stage.Amidst all the debate about artists, culture - this episode will define what an artist looks to create - in the eyes of Shankuraj.Assamese folk music, deeply rooted in the state’s diverse ethnic communities, is known for its rhythmic vitality and storytelling. Instruments like the toka, gogona, and siphung—featured prominently in Holo Lolo—bring a distinctive flavor, reflecting the Moran community’s historical bond with nature and elephants.This is Shankuraj Konwar's second episode on the Untold Podcast.

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