To celebrate the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday on July 6th, the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA) commissioned musician Som Dasgupta to compose a special Hindi song. Dasgupta trained TIPA students in Dharamshala for a music video.

One of the world's most beloved figures, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, is set to turn 90 on July 6. While the celebrations have already begun, early attendees have started paying tribute to the Tibetan spiritual leader, and joining the festivities now is Hollywood actor and humanitarian Richard Gere.

With his 90th birthday approaching, the Dalai Lama is expected to hint at his successor's identity, amidst China's claims over the selection process.