Shawn Mendes made his much-anticipated debut at Lollapalooza Mumbai on March 8, leaving fans mesmerized. Known for hits like Stitches and Señorita, the singer won hearts by embracing Indian culture in a unique way. As a special tribute, he wore the jersey of Indian cricket star Virat Kohli, sporting the iconic number 18 while performing on stage.
A Special Shoutout to Indian Cricket by Shawn Mendes
Amid cheers from the crowd, Shawn proudly showed off his jersey and shared a heartfelt message: “India, I know you have a big, important cricket game tomorrow. Good luck. I hope everything goes well for you.” His words were a nod to India’s much-awaited ICC Tournament final against New Zealand, set to take place on March 9 in Dubai.
Exploring Mumbai and Embracing Indian Culture
Before his performance, Shawn was spotted enjoying Mumbai’s vibrant streets. He visited the famous Colaba Causeway market for a shopping spree, with videos and pictures of his outing going viral online. Reflecting on his trip, he called the past three days “magical” and showed his love for India by using Hindi phrases like “Dher sara pyaar” and “Dhanyawad”, much to the delight of the audience.
As the festival wraps up today, March 9, Lollapalooza India 2025 continues to bring fans an unforgettable experience with a star-studded lineup featuring global icons like Louis Tomlinson, Aurora, and Green Day, alongside Indian sensations like Raftaar and Hanumankind.
