Sambhaji Bhagat
Background
Sambhaji Bhagat (born June 1, 1959) is an Indian folk singer, poet, playwright, and activist based in Maharashtra. Widely recognized as a prominent modern-day Shahir (folk bard) and Lokshahir, his artistic and cultural work centers on the Ambedkarite movement, anti-caste advocacy, subaltern expression, and social justice activism. He wrote the original concept, lyrics, and music for the acclaimed Marathi play Shivaji Underground in Bhimnagar Mohalla. Additionally, he composed music and songs for Chaitanya T
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Mumbai / Satara, Maharashtra, India
Occupation:
• Avhaan Natya Manch (Co-founder)
• Ambedkarite Cultural Movement
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Sambhaji Bhagat (born June 1, 1959) is an Indian folk singer, poet, playwright, and activist based in Maharashtra. Widely recognized as a prominent modern-day Shahir (folk bard) and Lokshahir, his artistic and cultural work centers on the Ambedkarite movement, anti-caste advocacy, subaltern expression, and social justice activism. He wrote the original concept, lyrics, and music for the acclaimed Marathi play Shivaji Underground in Bhimnagar Mohalla. Additionally, he composed music and songs for Chaitanya Tamhane's National Award-winning film Court (2014), where the protagonist's character of a protest singer was inspired by Bhagat's life and work. Over several decades, he has conducted street plays (pathanatya), cultural jalsas, and educational lectures across India and internationally.