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**Chennai Gears Up for The Hindu’s Made of Chennai Food and Music Festival**
**Chennai, September 4, 2025** – Chennai, known for its welcoming spirit, is set to host the third annual “Made of Chennai” Food and Music Festival on September 13th and 14th at the YMCA Ground in Nandanam. Organized by The Hindu, the festival promises a vibrant celebration of Chennai’s culture, cuisine, and music scene, showcasing both established and emerging talents.
The event boasts a diverse musical lineup, including popular acts like Thaikkudam Bridge, Antony Dasan, Pradeep Kumar, ADK, Chinnaponnu, and Oorka. These artists, many of whom have found success in Chennai, will perform a mix of their hit songs and experimental pieces.
“Chennai has a unique ability to help talented individuals rise to superstardom,” says one of the event organizers. Singer Pradeep Kumar, who has lived in Chennai since he was 17, echoed the sentiment, noting the city’s welcoming environment for musicians.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, the event also promises a feast for the senses with a curated food festival. Shabnam Kamil, the food festival curator, highlighted the participation of iconic Chennai street food vendors and homegrown brands. Renowned establishments like C. Kunhiraman General Stores, G. Gopaul Dairy, and KGN Aarifa Biryani, will be present, alongside brands from Chennai, Coimbatore and Sattur like Batter, Ciclo Cafe, Sattur Snacks and Kovai Anganam.
“This is an opportunity for owners to see the kind of love people have for their brands,” said Kamil, emphasizing the festival’s role in connecting local businesses with their loyal customers.
The “Made of Chennai” Food and Music Festival is presented by Casagrand and powered by SRM, in association with Union Bank of India. Associate Partners: Tata Tea Chakra Gold, Tata Coffee, Hell Energy. Tourism sponsor: UP Tourism. Hydration partner: Parry Foods. The event is also done in partnership with Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation, Greater Chennai Corporation, Greater Chennai Police, Greater Chennai Traffic Police and Namma Marina, Namma Pride. Radio Partners: Big FM, Fever FM and Radio On. Activewear partner: Technosport. Walk partners: Port Trust of India and Kamarajar Port Limited. Happiness Partner: On The Streets Of Chennai.
Attendees can register for the festival at madeofchennai.thehindu.com.
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