Turkish music legend Ibrahim Tatlises to perform live in Dubai for first time

Known affectionately as “The Emperor,” he is a towering figure in the Turkish music scene

Last updated: June 03, 2025 | 09:20

Manjusha Radhakrishnan, Entertainment Editor

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Dubai: One of Turkey’s most enduring cultural icons, Ibrahim Tatlises, is set to make his long-awaited Dubai debut with a landmark concert at Coca-Cola Arena on 23 November 2025.

The show marks a historic moment as Tatlises becomes the first Turkish artist to headline at the prestigious venue.

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Known affectionately as “The Emperor,” he is a towering figure in the Turkish music scene, with a career spanning more than four decades. His signature blend of Arabesk, folk, and contemporary pop has resonated across generations and borders, earning him a devoted fan base that stretches far beyond Turkey’s borders.

Tatlises will be joined by his grand orchestra for a performance of beloved hits including “Mavi Mavi,” “Haydi Söyle,” and “Mutlu Ol Yeter.”

“This concert is not just a musical event—it’s a cultural celebration,” said Osman Osman and Shaaista Khan Osman, Managing Director and CEO of Blu Blood, the organiser.

"Ibrahim Tatlises voice is more than just a sound; it’s memory, longing and love wrapped into every lyric. We are proud to bring such a timeless artist to the stage in Dubai.”

For fans of Turkish music—and those curious to witness a legend in action—this concert offers a rare chance to experience the magic of İbrahim Tatlises live.

Tickets are available now via www.coca-cola-arena.com and official ticketing partners.

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Manjusha RadhakrishnanEntertainment Editor

Manjusha Radhakrishnan has been slaying entertainment news and celebrity interviews in Dubai for 18 years—and she’s just getting started. As Entertainment Editor, she covers Bollywood movie reviews, Hollywood scoops, Pakistani dramas, and world cinema. Red carpets? She’s walked them all—Europe, North America, Macau—covering IIFA (Bollywood Oscars) and Zee Cine Awards like a pro. She’s been on CNN with Becky Anderson dropping Bollywood truth bombs like Salman Khan Black Buck hunting conviction and hosted panels with directors like Bollywood’s Kabir Khan and Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh. She has also covered film festivals around the globe. Oh, and did we mention she landed the cover of Xpedition Magazine as one of the UAE’s 50 most influential icons? She was also the resident Bollywood guru on Dubai TV’s Insider Arabia and Saudi TV, where she dishes out the latest scoop and celebrity news. Her interview roster reads like a dream guest list—Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Shah Rukh Khan, Robbie Williams, Sean Penn, Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt, Joaquin Phoenix, and Morgan Freeman. From breaking celeb news to making stars spill secrets, Manjusha doesn’t just cover entertainment—she owns it while looking like a star herself.