MARLBOROUGH, MA – A vibrant celebration of music, culture, and community is coming to MetroWest Boston this fall as Juju Productions presents Chal Zindagi – Small Wins, Big Deal, a Bollywood-style concert benefitting Special Olympics Massachusetts.
The event will take place on Sunday, October 12th at 2:00 p.m. at the Keefe Tech Auditorium in Framingham, MA. All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to Special Olympics Massachusetts, supporting their mission to empower individuals with intellectual disabilities through the transformative power of sports.
In an exclusive interview with INDIA New England News, Mary Beth McMahon, President and CEO of Special Olympics Massachusetts, talks about the collaboration with Juju Productions and Indian American community in Massachusetts.
She says that Indian account for 2 percent of the athletes of 19,000 supported by the organization in Massachusetts. Jit Saxena family has been the first Indian American family to support the organization. To watch the full interview, please click here, or on the image below.
Created and produced by singer and philanthropist Anuradha “Juju” Palakurthi, the concert is designed to honor and uplift families of children with special needs. The event aims to create an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere for everyone—friends, families, caregivers, and music lovers of all ages.
The performance lineup includes Juju herself and fellow artist Mithilesh Patankar, backed by Mumbai’s Finest Band, led by renowned music director Kamlesh Bhadkamkar. Audiences can expect a musical journey through Bollywood’s rich repertoire, from timeless classics to modern chart-toppers.
“This event is about celebrating small wins—moments that might seem ordinary to others, but mean everything to a family raising a child with special needs,” said Palakurthi. “Music connects us, heals us, and helps us lift each other up.”
Tickets are available now and can be purchased at: https://events.jay-ho.com/event/chal-zindagi-small-wins-big-deal
Venue Details:
Keefe Regional Technical School
750 Winter Street
Framingham, MA
Anuradha is a celebrated vocalist known for her versatility across musical genres and her extensive collaborations with legends of Indian music including Javed Akhtar, Anu Malik, Salim–Sulaiman, and Oscar-winning lyricist Chandrabose. She currently serves as Chairperson of MIT’s Heritage Arts of South Asia (MITHAS) and leads Juju Productions, a platform for creative and philanthropic endeavors.
Special Olympics Massachusetts provides year-round sports training and athletic competitions in 23 sports for over 19,000 participants with intellectual disabilities and autism. Through inclusive sports, the organization fosters joy, confidence, and community. Learn more at www.specialolympicsma.org
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