The First Live Performance of My Song at Alpha to Omega Global School
Some events in life come quietly — without fanfare, without preparation — yet they stay with you forever.
For me, one such moment happened on 29th November 2025, during the Annual Day celebration at Alpha to Omega Global School (ATO), Chennai, India).
For the first time ever, my song “Move Alone”, written for my film Hercules and Me, was performed live on stage by the students.
I wasn’t there in person, but when I received the videos…
I simply broke down.
Why “Move Alone” Exists
I wrote this song from a very personal place.
Growing up in West Bengal with undiagnosed dyslexia, I felt lost most of the time — confused in class, unable to match the pace of others, constantly misunderstood, often labelled “slow,” and sometimes made fun of without people knowing what I was going through.
But despite everything… I kept moving.
Sometimes slowly, sometimes alone, but I kept walking forward because something deep inside me refused to give up.
“Move Alone” is an anthem for every child who feels left behind, out of place, or unseen.
It’s a reminder that:
Even if no one understands your journey today, keep walking.
Your light will guide you tomorrow.
Video 1 — The Dance Performance That Made Me Cry
Video Link Here:https://youtu.be/nOHVo9MyOqc
When I opened the first video — the choreographed dance performance — I didn’t expect to feel so much.
The children were so sincere in their movements… every step coming from a place of innocence and joy.
But one moment completely melted me:
There was a little child on stage who seemed a bit lost among the group.
He danced when he remembered the steps… and then, suddenly, he would pause…
and walk toward the background image the school had put up — the visual of Hercules and Me that had my name and the theme of the song.
He kept going close to that background, almost as if he wanted to touch me…
to reach out… and connect.
When I saw that, I couldn’t stop my tears.
It felt like the universe whispering to me:
“Children feel your story. They understand it. You have a responsibility now.”
That one moment — that little boy stepping out of formation just to reach out to the poster — touched me more than anything else.
I felt blessed.
I felt honoured.
And I felt the weight of what this journey truly means.
These children reminded me why I’m doing this.
Video 2 — The Introduction That Humbled Me
Video Link Here:https://youtube.com/shorts/j1Cf_P7bojg?feature=share
In the second video, the host introduced me to the audience before the performance.
Listening to those words felt surreal.
The presenter said:
“A self-taught Indian animator, creative director, sculptor and storyteller whose creative journey began in the gardens of West Bengal… growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia, transforming rejection and isolation into raw creativity, instinct, and spiritual resilience.
Our children have put up the song really well. Let’s give them a round of applause.”
Hearing someone describe my journey like that — in front of students, teachers, and parents — made everything inside me go still.
It felt like the first time my struggles and my growth were acknowledged publicly.
It wasn’t about fame.
It wasn’t about recognition.
It was simply about feeling seen.
And I will carry that moment with me forever.
Performed by Neurodiverse Children — Before the
Film Is Even Made
That’s what makes this moment even more meaningful.
These were dyslexic and neurodiverse children — children who learn differently, just like I once did.
For them to dance to this song…
for them to embody the message of resilience…
for them to celebrate a story born from my childhood…
It felt like the most meaningful beginning I could ever ask for.
No PR, no film release, no promotions —
just pure human connection.
This is the first time in my life that my art reached the hearts it was created for.
My Gratitude
My heartfelt thanks to:
Mrs. Lalitha Ramanujan, for choosing my song, encouraging the performance, and sharing these videos with me.
The incredible teachers and choreographers who guided the children.
The parents who supported them.
And above all, the children, whose sincerity and innocence gave this song a soul of its own. I feel deeply humbled and blessed.
Original Song: Move Alone –https://youtu.be/wP96t1i7viY
This Is the Beginning
The movie Hercules and Me isn’t made yet.
But the message… the spirit… and the emotion behind it…
has already reached the world.
And it began with these children.
I will always remember this day as one of the most precious milestones of my journey.
— Subhranil Dhar
Writer, Hercules and Me
