AROK INDIA

Alternative Rock — Reimagined

Alternative Rock Kolkata, India Established 2011
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Since 2011

Biography

Arok India is an Alternative Rock band from Kolkata, India, active since 2011.

Known for blending alternative rock with Indian musical influences, the band has built a distinct identity through powerful live performances, original compositions, and emotionally driven storytelling.

In 2013, Arok India released their debut album “Kobor”, marking an important milestone in the Bengali independent music scene.

The album was nominated for Best Bengali Band Album at the Mirchi Music Awards alongside acclaimed releases including Fossils 4 by Fossils and Blah Blah Blah by Cactus.

In 2026, after a long creative hiatus, the band made a powerful comeback with the recrafted version of their single “Chayapoth”, originally featured on Kobor.

In December 2025 the band secured 3rd Place at Bengal Business Council Presents Talent Showcase by Talentwala.

2011

Arok India is formed in Kolkata, India.

2013

Debut album “Kobor” released — nominated for Best Bengali Band Album, Mirchi Music Awards.

2025

3rd Place at Bengal Business Council presents Talent Showcase by Talentwala.

2026

Comeback single “Chayapoth (Recrafted)” marks the band's return.

Recognition

Achievements

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Debut Album

Mirchi Music Awards Nomination for “Kobor”

3rd Place

Talent Showcase

Bengal Business Council presents Talent Showcase by Talentwala — December 2025

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Comeback Single

“Chayapoth” — Recrafted Version

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0+ Years Active
0 Live Shows Listed
0 Studio Albums
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Discography

Kobor album artwork
Album

Kobor

Released 2013

Nominee — Mirchi Music Awards
Chayapoth single artwork
Single

Chayapoth

Released 2026

Recrafted Version
On The Road

Performance Timeline

03 Nov 2013

BNSC Club

Kali Puja Celebration

11 Dec 2014

Mukti World

Fortis Corporate Event (by Wizard Events)

31 Dec 2015

Purti Flowers

31st Night Celebration

20 Dec 2025

3rd Place

Bengal Business Council Presents Talent Showcase by Talentwala

11 Jan 2026

Winter Carnival

Organized by Caravan, Kolkata

12 Mar 2026

5MM Kolkata

Live Wire, Kolkata

17 Mar 2026

Choitro Sale Event

Organized by Caravan, Kolkata

28 Mar 2026

Corporate Event

Organized by Eventa, Pune

16 Apr 2026

5MM Kolkata

Poila Boishakh Celebration, Kolkata

The Band

Current Line-up

Dip Banerjee

Dip Banerjee

Lead Vocals

Acoustic Guitar

The voice and lyrical soul of Arok India, blending emotion and storytelling into every performance. His distinctive vocals shape the band’s alternative rock identity.

Supratik Jana

Supratik Jana

Guitars

Backing Vocals

A versatile guitarist and technical mind behind the band, crafting immersive soundscapes and powerful riffs that define Arok India’s signature sound.

Arkan Dutta

Arkan Dutta

Guitars

A dynamic guitarist known for expressive melodies and energetic stage presence, adding depth and texture to the band’s musical journey.

Sudipta Basak

Sudipta Basak

Bass Guitar

Providing the groove and foundation of the band’s sound, his bass lines seamlessly connect rhythm and melody, enriching every composition.

Debayan Roy

Debayan Roy

Drums

Backing Vocals

The rhythmic backbone of Arok India, driving every song with precision, power, and creative percussion arrangements.

Sritama Deb

Sritama Deb

Manager

The driving force behind Arok India’s vision, seamlessly managing bookings, promotions, and operations while keeping the band moving forward.

Arpan Debnath

Arpan Debnath

Official Photographer

The visual storyteller of Arok India, capturing every performance, emotion, and milestone through powerful imagery that defines the band’s identity.

Production

Stage Plot

Arok India Stage Plot Graphical stage plot showing rear stage positions for Sudipta on bass and Debayan on drums, and front stage positions for Arkan, Dip and Supratik, with amps, drum kit, mic stands, monitor wedges and IEM labels, facing the audience. REAR STAGE DEBAYAN — DRUMS Drum Throne — IEM + Wired Headphones SUDIPTA — BASS Bass Zone — Bass Amp + IEM FRONT STAGE ARKAN Stage Right — Guitar Rig + Wedge/IEM DIP — LEAD VOCALS Center Stage — Acoustic Guitar + Wedge/IEM SUPRATIK Stage Left — Guitar Rig + Wireless Headset AUDIENCE VIEW
  • Amp / Cab
  • Drum / Cymbal
  • Mic Stand
  • PA Wedge
For Promoters & Sound Engineers

Technical Rider

Power Requirements

  • Minimum 3x independent 15A/230V circuits
  • Dedicated clean earth for backline & IEM racks
  • Power available 2 hours prior to soundcheck

Backline (Provided by Venue)

  • Bass amplifier head + 4x10 cabinet
  • 2x Guitar combo/stack amplifiers
  • 9-piece drum kit with hardware
  • 1x Drum throne
  • 4x Guitar stand

Stage Requirements

  • Minimum stage size 24 x 16 ft
  • Drum riser 8 x 8 ft, min. height 12″
  • 5x monitor wedge sends + 5x stereo IEM sends
  • Side fills recommended for venues > 300 capacity

Input List

CHSourceMic / DI
1Kick InDynamic (Beta 91 / D6)
2Kick OutDynamic (Beta 52 / D112)
3Snare TopDynamic (SM57)
4Hi HatCondenser (SM81)
5Tom 1Clip-on Dynamic (e604)
6Tom 2Clip-on Dynamic (e604)
7Floor TomClip-on Dynamic (e604)
8OH LeftCondenser (SM81 / C214)
9OH RightCondenser (SM81 / C214)
10Backing Vocal (Debayan)Dynamic (SM58)
11Bass DIActive DI Box
12Guitar L (Supratik)Dynamic (SM57)
13Guitar R (Supratik)Dynamic (SM57)
14Guitar L (Arkan)Dynamic (SM57)
15Guitar R (Arkan)Dynamic (SM57)
16Laptop LPassive DI Box
17Laptop RPassive DI Box
18Acoustic Guitar DIActive DI Box
19Lead Vocal (Dip)Dynamic / Condenser (Beta 58A)
20Wireless Headset (Supratik)Wireless Headset Mic

Monitor Mixes

Mix 1

Dip

Center Stage

Wireless IEM (Stereo) + PA Wedge 1

Full band instrument mix focusing heavily on the crystal-clear headroom of his Cordless Main Vocal and Acoustic DI line.

Mix 2

Supratik

Stage Left

Wireless IEM (Stereo) + PA Wedge 2

Full band instrument mix featuring prominent capture from his wireless Headworn Earhook Microphone and the wide spatial imaging of his Stereo Guitar Amp IR rig.

Mix 3

Arkan

Stage Right

Wireless IEM (Stereo) + PA Wedge 3

Full band instrument mix highlighting the complete spatial spread of his customized Stereo Guitar Amp IR rig, along with track automation and talkback cues.

Mix 4

Sudipta

Bass Zone

IEM Mix + PA Wedge 4

Full band instrument mix designed around a tightly gated, heavy coupling of Debayan’s Kick/Snare transients layered with his own Bass Guitar Amp IR line to establish a locked rhythmic pocket.

Mix 5

Debayan

Drums Zone

Wired Headphones + High-Power Stage Wedge

High Sound Pressure Level (SPL) full-band instrument mix prioritizing his Headworn Dual Earhook Headset Microphone driven cleanly through a specialized, high-clearance drum monitor wedge.

On Stage Setup

Supratik

  • Wireless Headset
  • Stereo Guitar Rig
  • PA Wedge
  • Stereo IEM

Arkan

  • Stereo Guitar Rig
  • Laptop
  • PA Wedge
  • Stereo IEM

Dip

  • Lead Vocal
  • Acoustic Guitar
  • PA Wedge
  • Stereo IEM

Sudipta

  • Bass Amp
  • PA Wedge
  • Stereo IEM

Debayan

  • 9 Channel Drum Kit
  • Wireless Headset
  • High Power Drum Monitor
  • IEM
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Booking & Contact

Booking & Enquiries

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