Musician Raghu Dixit, the acclaimed frontman of the Raghu Dixit Project, has found love again at 50. He is set to marry Grammy-nominated singer and flautist Varijashree Venugopal, 34, in a private ceremony later this month, confirmed Raghu in an interview with Bangalore Times. The couple has kept the exact date and venue under wraps.

From Friendship to Love

Raghu revealed that their relationship began as a close friendship, which gradually blossomed into romance. “What began as a strong friendship naturally evolved into love and companionship. We share similar interests and connect deeply. With the blessings of Varijashree’s parents, we are excited to begin this new chapter of our lives together,” he shared. Raghu described the experience as grounding, reflecting on the personal ups and downs he has faced in life. “I honestly did not see this coming. I had prepared myself to be single and alone for the rest of my life, but life had other plans,” he added.

Recognizing Varijashree’s Talent

Earlier this year, Raghu publicly acknowledged Varijashree’s Grammy nomination on Instagram, referring to her as a friend. She was nominated in the Best Global Performance category for her collaboration on Jacob Collier’s song A Rock Somewhere from the album Jesse 4, which also features Indian musician Anoushka Shankar. Raghu praised her as a “truly path-blazing artist from Bengaluru,” expressing pride in her achievement.

About Varijashree Venugopal

Varijashree is an independent musician and flautist known for her innovative work in Carnatic Scat Singing—a unique blend of Carnatic music and jazz. She collaborates with bands such as Charkafonics, EYM Trio, and Snarky Puppy. She is the daughter of musicians HS Venugopal and TV Rama, inheriting a rich musical legacy.

Raghu Dixit’s Personal Journey

Raghu Dixit has a long-standing career in music, performing his distinctive style live worldwide and contributing to Kannada cinema. He was previously married to choreographer and dancer Mayuri Upadhya. The couple tied the knot in 2005 and separated after three years, finalizing their divorce in 2019.

The upcoming wedding marks a new chapter in Raghu’s life, blending personal happiness with continued musical inspiration. Fans and well-wishers are eagerly anticipating this joyous celebration of love and companionship.