Moodbidri singer Yashwanth sets world record with 28-hour non-stop singing marathon

Mangalore Today News Network

Moodbidri, Oct 31, 2026: Renowned singer and Moodbidri native Vidwan Yashwanth M.G. has entered the Golden Book of World Records by singing continuously for 28 hours, performing songs in 28 languages representing India’s 28 states. The initiative aimed to celebrate India’s unity, integrity and linguistic diversity.

The record-breaking performance was held at Dr Rajkumar Auditorium in Bengaluru to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Yashwanth began the marathon at 1 pm on October 28 with the song ’Huttidare Kannada Nadalli Huttabeku’, accompanied by a live musical ensemble, and continued singing non-stop until 5 pm on October 29, completing 28 hours.

Yashwanth had earlier entered the Golden Book of World Records by singing continuously for 24 hours at Mangaluru Town Hall on June 3 and 4 last year, commemorating the birth anniversary of legendary playback singer Dr S.P. Balasubrahmanyam. With his latest achievement, he has surpassed his own previous record.

Several musicians supported the performance, including Rajagopal Acharya on guitar, Vaman on rhythm pad, Prajwal Acharya and Deekshith Kodancha on tabla, Varsha Acharya and Ganesh on flute, Sumukh Acharya on sitar, and Melvin on keyboard.

Dr Manish Vishnoi, Asia Head of the Golden Book of World Records, presented the certificate to Yashwanth.

Mahalakshmipuram MLA Gopalaiah, Kaup MLA Suresh Shetty Gurme and noted music director V. Manohar inaugurated the programme. Hundreds of music enthusiasts were present to witness the event.