Bengaluru · Live Music

A trio that turns every stage into an experience — where film melodies meet live soul and 1000+ shows of raw musicianship.

Kannada Hindi Tamil Telugu Malayalam Multilingual Film Music
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Music that moves people

The South Meal was born from a shared conviction — that live music deserves to be felt, not just heard. Three musicians who had each carved their own path in the Indian music scene came together to create something that couldn't exist without all three of them.

Varun's voice, Goutham's reeds, and Jathin's keys didn't just find a sound — they found a purpose: to put up shows where people fall in love with live music all over again.

From the grand stages of RCB Unbox to a sold-out USA Tour in 2025, The South Meal carries decades of combined stage experience into every performance, performing beloved film music across five languages with the warmth of a live ensemble and the precision of seasoned professionals.

1000+
Shows as musicians
5
Languages performed
3
Artists, one vision
USA
Tour · 2025

Meet the band

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Vocals · Guitar · Creative Direction
Varun Ramachandra

Playback singer, guitarist, and the conceptual force behind The South Meal. Varun steers the band's artistic direction with the instincts of a performer who has lived and breathed the stage from early on.

Notable Works

Katheyonda Helide & Last Bench Party (Kirik Party) · Top contestant, Zee Sa Re Ga Ma Pa

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Saxophone · Bansuri · Creative Energy
Goutham Hebbar

A prodigy on both flute and saxophone, Goutham has performed as a session player for top artists across the country. In The South Meal, he brings creative spontaneity and pushes the band into unexpected, memorable directions.

Known For

Session artist for leading Indian musicians · Brings the wind and soul to every show

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Keyboards · Music Arrangement · Production
Jathin Dharshan

Music composer and arranger for Kannada cinema, Jathin is the architectural backbone of The South Meal's live sound. His arrangements give the band its signature depth — transforming beloved film songs into living, breathing performances.

Known For

Music arranger for multiple Kannada films · Live show backbone and production lead

Live performances

Let's make music together

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