MUMBAI: Acclaimed British-Indian singing sensation and actor Zahrah S Khan, in a landmark moment for Indian music, became the first Indian artist to ever grace the prestigious stage at the Mawazine Festival.
Known for her captivating vocals and on-screen presence, Zahrah was joined by the renowned music producer Alawn, as she performed one of her chart-topping hits, “Kusu Kusu” at the festival remixed by Alawn. She also performed the song "Dynamite" by BTS along with Alawn. The electrifying performance showcased Zahrah's powerful vocals and stage presence, leaving a lasting impression on the global audience. Zahrah's historic performance marks a significant step forward for Indian music's international recognition.
"Performing at Mawazine was a dream come true," Zahrah beamed. "Standing on that stage, representing India alongside global icons like ATEEZ, Metro Boomin, Nicki Minaj, Camila Cabello, Central Cee, Calvin Harris, was truly overwhelming. But the most incredible part? The crowd! It was a sea of faces from all over the world, united by the power of music. I'm incredibly grateful to Alawn and the crowd for the electric energy. This night proves Indian music has immense potential on the world stage, and collaborating with the talented Alawn was an honor I'll never forget.”
"Sharing the stage with Zahrah was phenomenal," Alawn said. "Her voice is pure magic, and her stage presence set the place on fire! The crowd's reaction to our performance was electric and it was a true honor to collaborate and share this experience with such a talented artist like Zahrah. It was a privilege to create this magic together that showcased the rich diversity of Indian music.”
The Mawazine Festival is one of the world's largest and most celebrated music festivals, known for showcasing a diverse range of international and Moroccan talent. As the world's second-largest music festival, Mawazine attracts over 2.5 million attendees each year. Boasting 90 events across seven stages, the festival solidifies its reputation as a true musical powerhouse
Alawn is a multi-platinum producer/writer who has worked with some of the biggest Kpop Artists Like BTS, Kai, IVE to name a few and has over 30 Billboard number 1s. Zahrah with her genre-bending versatility as a singer, has captivated audiences by collaborating with some of the biggest names in Indian music which has garnered her critical acclaim and huge fanbase. She has also established herself as a skilled actor, with an upcoming film, “Vrushabha”, a fantasy-action-drama film in the Telugu language releasing pan-India very soon!
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