Entertainment
Teenage versatile drummer, Aayush makes Ghana proud
Talented drummer and music icon, Aayush Ramdas has emerged the winner the prestigious Swarayatra Little Champs Musical Group Talent Competition, Drumming Category held in Nigeria recently.
The teenager, who represented the Indian community in Ghana defeated other competitors from different countries to emerge the ultimate winner of the category.
Aayush, who is 14 years old and a pupil of the the Delhi Public School at Tema, Community 25 gained popularity last year after he parttook of the composition of the popular ‘Coffin Dance Memes’ video which went viral on social media.
He became an instant drumming sensation in the Indian community in the country due to his unique style on the drums.
He regularly records musical videos and shares on social media for his fans and other music lovers.
Father of the drumming sensation Mr P.T Ramdass in an interview with The Spectator said “As parents, our primary responsibility is to help our children identify their passion and preserve their originality.
Aayush was very passionate about drums right from the tender age of four and we bought him a completed drum set when he was six years. Initially we arranged a teacher for him for a few weeks but the teacher was not regular.”
He explained that Aayush picked up on his own and started playing rhythm for some of Mr Ramdass’ Guitar Instrumental.
He said, to fuel the passion of his son, he encouraged him to do stage shows at every opportunity and “here we are, a Father-Son Duo who do one recording every weekend and share within our WhatsApp groups and Instagram.”
He revealed that Aayush was invited to perform at the inauguration of an Indian Restaurant named ‘Meet N Eat’ and was gifted an Octapad in appreciation of his outstanding performance.
Mr Ramdass said that he had a band called PT’s Nest which is quite famous in the Indian community in Ghana.
He revealed that Aayush “aspires to be like the prominent Indian drummer, Mr Sivamani who is well known internationally for his talent in drumming.”
He expressed gratitude to Ghanaians and Indiana for their support over the years and assured that there was more to come from the camp of his son, Aayush.
BY Raissa Sambou
Entertainment
Franky 5 is new host of Max Morning Live
Celebrated radio and television personality Frank Kwabena Owusu affectionately called Franky 5 has officially joined the iMAX Media Group.
The renowned presenter is set to light up the screens of Max TV as host of the station’s flagship morning show, Max Morning Live, starting Monday, September 8, 2020, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Franky 5 brings with him many years of rich experience in media, combining exceptional television and radio presentation skills with a proven track record in event organisation and creative production. His addition promises to deliver an exciting, refreshing experience to viewers of Max TV.
Over the years, Franky 5 has carved a unique niche in the Ghanaian media and showbiz industry with his dynamic and versatile style of presentation. Whether formal or informal, his delivery blends professionalism with an engaging flair that resonates with diverse audiences.
Beyond his on-screen duties, Franky 5 will also serve as Head of Entertainment and Events at iMAX Media Group, where he will play a key role in shaping the station’s entertainment content and driving innovative initiatives.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Entertainment
Osanju is dead
Popular Ghanaian content creator, Elvis Frimpong, known in showbiz circles as Osanju has been reported dead.
According to sources, he was said to have died in the early hours on Monday, September 1, 2025 after a long battle with blood cancer (Leukemia)
His death has been a shock in the Ghanaian community especially coming shortly after his last post.
His demise comes five months after he had laid his mother, Amounu, also a tiktoker, to rest, having lost her in January.
Hours before his passing, he had posted a video on Sunday with friends watching the Barcelona vs. Rayo Vallecano match, prompting many fans to initially dismiss the reports as a hoax.
Osanju’s death has been described as a huge loss by followers who admired his openness, resilience and positive outlook in the face of ill health.
However, Osanju had previously shared his battle with leukemia, a cancer of the blood, on his TikTok account, even eerily predicting his own demise on a couple of occasions.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
