S. Shubham, RJ Tayyab Arshmaan elevate Gulf Achievers Awards 2025
The events featured an impressive lineup of personalities, headlined by Mumbai's emerging Bollywood playback singer S. Shubham and the UAE's acclaimed multi-award-winning radio jockey RJ Tayyab Arshmaan.
Shubham delivered a live performance of his song Madine Chale, penned by Shabbir Ahmed and Ustaad Anjaan Sagri, with composition by Shabbir Ahmed. The track has received tremendous appreciation across India and the UAE for its soulful appeal.
Shubham's stirring vocal performance was met with enthusiastic acclaim from audiences, solidifying his position as a rising star in the music industry. He was honoured with the Gulf Achievers Award for Best Male Playback Singer, recognising his contribution to contemporary music.
RJ Tayyab Arshmaan served as a distinguished jury member during the awards ceremony. Arshmaan, the first male Pakistani radio jockey in the UAE to win seven consecutive awards - including Voice of the Year, Most Entertaining RJ, and Iconic Voice of the Year (TIAF, USA) - brought his expertise and credibility to the panel. His role reflected his prominent status as a media influencer and ambassador of cross-cultural harmony.
Together, Shubham and Arshmaan personified the spirit of the events — celebrating not just beauty and talent, but also resilience, individuality, and empowerment across diverse communities.
The Gulf Achievers Awards 2025 and Miss and Mrs UAE International 2025 were memorable evenings that highlighted Dubai's status as a global hub for cultural celebration and artistic excellence.
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