Gazalsamratachya Sahawasat

Suresh Bhat was a blazing sun in the realm of Marathi ghazals, shining even in the middle of the night! Inspired by him, many poets later turned to the art of ghazal writing. Deepak Karandikar, a renowned ghazal poet of the generation that followed Bhat, was almost like a formally initiated disciple of Suresh Bhat.

“You pierced hearts like a sharp arrow! You fought like a valiant warrior! Accept our salutations through our ghazals; O Emperor of Ghazals, you have attained immortality!”

Deepak Karandikar, who described his mentor in these words, had the privilege of enjoying Suresh Bhat’s cherished companionship on many occasions. This is a collection of those unforgettable glimpses and golden moments spent in his company.