Anand Mahindra, Chairman of the Mahindra Group, recently expressed his excitement on X (formerly Twitter) about India’s rise as a global hub for live entertainment. Reflecting on Coldplay’s historic concert in Ahmedabad, Mahindra highlighted how the event marked a significant moment in recognizing India as a major frontier for live performances. He emphasised that Coldplay’s decision to hold their largest-ever concert in India underscores the country’s growing cultural and economic influence worldwide.
Growing Demand for Live Music in India
“The moment when the world discovered that India is the new frontier of live entertainment… Coldplay. Ahmedabad,” read Anand Mahindra’s post on X.
In his repost, Mahindra emphasized that Coldplay’s choice to hold their largest-ever concert in India showcases the country’s rising cultural and economic influence worldwide. He further noted that the concert’s success underscores the growing demand for live music in India, pointing to the immense potential for the nation’s music industry.
He also reposted another Tweet, “COLDPLAY Coldplay’s decision to hold their largest concert ever in India dignifies the country’s increasing cultural and economic influence on the world stage. The success of the concert highlights the growing demand for live music experiences in India and the potential for the country’s music industry to expand further.”
Chris Martin Pays Tribute to India
During Coldplay’s performance at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, lead vocalist Chris Martin paused his high-energy set to ensure the safety of a fan in distress. As the crowd surged forward, he stopped the concert to prevent the fan from being injured, resuming the show only after confirming their safety.
The moment was met with cheers from the audience. Later, Chris noticed a couple holding a banner with a special request and invited them on stage. This was followed by a stunning performance of Everglow. Additionally, Chris paid tribute to India by performing Vande Mataram on Republic Day.