Bollywood singer Arijit Singh left fans mesmerised at Abu Dhabi concert

The sold-out concert was singer's first live gig since the beginning of the pandemic

Last updated: November 22, 2021 | 13:00

Nilanjana G. Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager

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Arijit Singh's concert in Abu Dhabi this last weekend kicked-off with a high-energy bhangra dance complete with dhol players and fun moves.

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The top singer belted out ballads and peppy numbers to a packed house in UAE's capital Abu Dhabi, his first live gig since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The show was sold-out.

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According to organisers PME Entertainment, Singh’s concert set a new precedent in the UAE capital. “Arijit Singh’s show is the highest-selling ticketed event in the UAE since the pandemic struck the world,” Salman Ahmed, partner at PME Entertainment, told Gulf News.

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He kicked things off with an energetic rendering of ‘Ye Li Hai Merin Aankhon Ne ’ from ‘Ludo’ and followed it up with 'Hawayein" from Jab Harry met Sejal, ‘Ghungroo’ from ‘War’, and ‘Binte Dil’ from ‘Padmaavat’.

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He not only sang but also played the piano and the guitar. And when the audience wanted to get closer, he obliged, singing from amid the crowd.

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The crowd, mesmerized, swayed to the beats and danced and sang along – the excitement was palpable.

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As we jived and swayed to the music on a cool night, everyone in attendance made memories of an unforgettable musical evening.

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He covered 60 songs in 4 hours - almost a herculean task for any singer, but the experience was nothing short of pure magic.

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The singer made sure fans got their much-anticipated photo moments.

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After the event Singh posted on social media, "Thank You @abudhabi for making us feel alive after 22 months. Loved performing with you at @etihadarena.ae @yasisland @abudhabievents @pmeworld"

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