What began as an emotional street performance by puppeteer Raju Bhat, popularly known as Raju Kalakar, has transformed into one of India’s most heartwarming viral stories. His impromptu rendition of “Dil Pe Chalai Churiya” from Bewafa Sanam, using only two broken stones as percussion, captured hearts across the nation—amassing over 146 million views on social media.
The magic didn’t stop there. Legendary playback singer Sonu Nigam surprised fans by joining Raju in a special video, released by T-Series, featuring Raju’s signature stone tapping and Sonu’s soulful voice. The clip ends with a warm hug and Sonu’s heartfelt “Thank you,” with a tease of more surprises to come.
Adding to the momentum, social media star Anjali Arora, famous for her Lock Upp stint, joined Raju in a new remix of the viral track—sparking another wave of fan reactions and buzz online.
From a dhol-playing puppeteer in Surat to a voice heard around the country, Raju’s rise underscores how raw emotion and authenticity can rocket ordinary people to extraordinary fame
