With QR Code Around His Neck, This ‘Popular’ Trumpet Player Is Making Ends Meet: ‘Sad To See Such A Talent...’

Sometimes, real talent is found in the most unexpected places. That is exactly what happened when a woman came across an elderly man whose trumpet wasn’t just making music, it was telling his story. The melody that followed caught the attention of many online.

The moment was captured on camera, and it revealed the story of Vasant Rao Pawar. Once a celebrated musician, Pawar now plays his instrument on the streets. He carries not just his trumpet but also a QR code around his neck in the hope that people will help him.

A Street Performance That Touched Hearts

The woman who shared the video recalled how she first noticed Pawar from her window, who was playing tunes. So, she went downstairs and requested him to play something nice.

Pawar began playing

Neele Neele Ambar Par from the 1983 film Kalaakaar. Originally sung by Kishore Kumar, the classic song came alive once again through his trumpet.

The woman couldn’t stop listening. “He played such a beautiful tune that I couldn’t stop listening,” she said.

The Story Behind The Music

In the caption shared with the video, the woman revealed that the man was none other than Vasanth Rao Pawar, a very famous trumpet musician.

“When I spoke to him, I found out he is none other than Vasanth Rao Pawar, a very famous trumpet musician!” it read. The post also mentioned that Pawar spoke about his YouTube channel and how it helped him survive tough financial times. She even shared his UPI ID and encouraged people to contribute and help him continue his musical journey.

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Internet Pours Out Support For Trumpet Musician

The video gained significant traction online as it gathered more than 5 lakh views and hundreds of comments. People from across the country began sending love, admiration and even financial help.

One user wrote, “Did a small contribution on his GPay number, which you mentioned. Hope to keep humanity alive by helping others.”

Another commented, “Contributed a small amount of bucks for the great talented maestro for his needs… May God fulfil all his needs.”

Someone else shared, “Hear him play Ganpati Aarti on the trumpet at a recent award function — it’s heart-touching.”

“I guess music industry must see and preserve the talent! Hope it reaches to them and have some value,” a person said.

Many expressed sadness seeing a gifted musician trying to make ends meet. “Sad to see such a talent roaming around streets with QR code on his neck!!” an individual remarked, while another suggested, “He should become a teacher and start teaching to young inspiring musicians.”

One user shared a personal encounter, writing, “I met him. His skill is remarkable. He has faced many tragedies recently one after another. Struggling to save his wife.”

Other remarks included: “Give this man a medal,” “Goosebumps,” and “So beautiful.”

About His YouTube Channel

Pawar launched his YouTube channel in October last year. Since then, he has shared 36 videos and gathered over 200 subscribers.