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Kerala Calling: Shashi Tharoor Extends Invitation to Coldplay After Triumphant India Tour

Shashi Tharoor invites Coldplay to perform in Kerala after their successful Mumbai and Ahmedabad concerts. The Congress MP praised the band’s India tour and highlighted Kerala’s beauty and hospitality as ideal for hosting large-scale events.

BeatCurry Team

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has extended a warm invitation to Coldplay, urging the British rock band to bring their electrifying performance to Kerala. This comes on the heels of Coldplay’s highly successful, sold-out shows in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, which have been hailed as a resounding triumph. Tharoor’s invitation underscores the growing enthusiasm for live music experiences in India and the potential for Kerala to become a prominent destination for international acts.

Tharoor, a prominent figure in Indian politics, expressed his admiration for Coldplay’s recent concerts, describing them as “absolutely phenomenal.” He specifically highlighted the band’s Republic Day performance in Ahmedabad, which drew a staggering crowd of 1.34 lakh fans, making it their largest show ever in India. He also acknowledged and echoed Chris Martin’s shout-out to Indian cricket star Jasprit Bumrah, further cementing the connection between the band and Indian culture.

“Touched to see our very own Jasprit Bumrah get a shoutout from Chris Martin. What’s more, I agree!” Tharoor shared on X. “Coldplay’s five-day run in India at Mumbai and Ahmedabad has been absolutely phenomenal. Hoping Kerala gets its chance to host these grand-scale shows too! With our beauty, unmatched hospitality, and that special vibe, we’d be the perfect hosts. See you in God’s Own Country sometime soon, Coldplay.”

Coldplay’s “Music of the Spheres” tour in India kicked off with three shows in Mumbai before moving to Ahmedabad for two final performances. While the Mumbai concerts, despite swift ticket sales, received mixed reviews from some attendees who felt they lacked the grandeur of Coldplay’s usual productions, Ahmedabad proved to be a different story. The energy at the Narendra Modi Stadium was electric, with fans singing along to every hit and the atmosphere reaching fever pitch during Bumrah’s surprise appearance.

The Ahmedabad concerts weren’t just about music; they were a cultural moment. Coinciding with Republic Day, Coldplay paid a moving tribute to India with renditions of “Vande Mataram” and “Maa Tujhe Salaam,” resonating deeply with the patriotic spirit of the audience. This gesture, combined with Martin’s shout-out to Bumrah, demonstrated the band’s genuine appreciation for Indian culture and its icons.

The scale of the Ahmedabad shows, with over 2.22 lakh attendees, has sparked a conversation about India’s growing potential as a hub for live entertainment. Business tycoon Anand Mahindra even weighed in, calling the Ahmedabad concert a “defining moment” for India’s live entertainment scene.

Tharoor’s invitation to Coldplay is more than just a request for a concert; it’s a strategic move to position Kerala as a viable destination for large-scale international events. He emphasizes Kerala’s natural beauty, its renowned hospitality, and its unique “vibe” as compelling reasons for Coldplay to consider performing there. This initiative could potentially boost tourism and enhance Kerala’s image on the global stage.

Coldplay’s India tour has clearly left a lasting impression, not just on the fans but also on prominent figures like Tharoor. Whether the band takes up Tharoor’s offer remains to be seen, but the invitation itself highlights the growing appeal of India as a destination for world-class entertainment and the potential for Kerala to join the ranks of India’s premier concert venues.

All information sourced from various platforms purely for factual reporting purposes only.

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