India, Oct. 26 -- Gujarati folk singer Ishani Dave said regional songs and languages should not be restricted to a particular state or even a country, as she spoke about taking her music to wider audiences across linguistic and geographical boundaries in an interview published on Oct. 25, 2026.

Crossing borders with regional music

Dave said her new song “Ghor Adhari” struck a chord with audiences during the recently concluded Navratri and featured prominently at garba nights.

Citing singer Diljit Dosanjh as an artist she admires, Dave said, “Regional songs and languages should not be restricted to a particular state or even a country. I would love to take my music across borders and collaborate with as many great artistes as possible.” ...