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Indian Express
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Indian singer with 150 million Spotify followers beats Taylor Swift, BTS to become most-followed artist globally
Spotify has crowned legendary Indian musician Arijit Singh as the most followed artist in the world, beating global stars like Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, BTS, The Weeknd, and more. This marks the third time Arijit has topped the chart. In 2024, his Spotify follower count shot up to 118 million, with hits like 'Tum Hi Ho', 'Kesariya', and 'Tum Kya Mile' dominating the charts. This year, tracks like 'Dhun' from Saiyara, 'Jaane Tu' from the Vicky Kaushal-starrer Chhaava, and others have made it to the list of top streamers. As of July 1, Arijit Singh had a staggering 151 million followers on Spotify, with 14-time Grammy winner Taylor Swift trailing behind at 139 million. Also read: K-pop group once dubbed 'female BTS' hit hiatus at career peak, dragged into controversy with future uncertain Arijit, already a household name and widely regarded as one of India's greatest voices, holds multiple hats as a composer, singer, producer, and National Award winner. He's now beaten some of the biggest Western names, including Ed Sheeran (121 million), Billie Eilish (114 million), and The Weeknd (107.2 million). Back in August 2023, he briefly surpassed Swift before slipping down. But in 2024, only three artists crossed the 100 million mark, including Ed Sheeran. By 2025, the list expanded to names like Ariana Grande (105.8 million) and Eminem (101.7 million). K-pop legends BTS currently sit at around 80 million. Arijit's steady rise on the global streaming platform is nothing short of a milestone, not just for him, but for Indian music as a whole, especially considering Spotify only entered the Indian market in 2019. His recent numbers are a loud reminder that Arijit's influence goes well beyond India's borders. Also read: BTS' Suga warns 'the market's not the same' as group confirms 2026 comeback and tour After Arijit, it's only another legendary musician, AR Rahman from India, who made it to the top 20 list, with 49 million followers. Singh recently teamed up with Ed Sheeran for their much-hyped track Sapphire. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift, who dropped her latest album The Tortured Poets Department last year, wrapped up her record-breaking Eras Tour, which pulled in a mind-blowing USD 2 billion in ticket sales. She recently won back the masters of her early discography and hinted at revisiting a few songs, but as of now, 2025 hasn't seen any new album release from her. Billie Eilish, riding high on her Academy Award win, released Hit Me Hard and Soft, her third studio album in 2024. Singh, meanwhile, continues to enjoy global popularity, headlining back-to-back sold-out shows overseas. Another Indian star making serious noise on the international scene is Diljit Dosanjh, with nearly 33 million followers and a fanbase that refuses to quit growing.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mumbai tumhari aur meri love story hai: Shreya Ghoshal sets BKC ablaze with melody
Shreya Ghoshal captivated Mumbai with an electrifying performance at Jio Garden, BKC, delivering a night of nostalgia and celebration. The melody queen expressed her deep connection to the city, calling it her 'love story' and home. Saturday evening turned into a surreal musical celebration as Shreya Ghoshal took centrestage at BKC, delivering an unforgettable performance that was nothing short of electric. Thousands gathered to watch the melody queen live in action, and she did not disappoint, holding the audience in rapturous delight from the first note to the final bow. As the evening set in and the crowd erupted in deafening cheers, Shreya made a powerful entrance singing 'Sunn Raha Hai', setting the tone for a night of nostalgia, emotion, and celebration. 'Are you ready to sing with me, Mumbai? Are you ready to party?' she asked, and the crowd responded with euphoric chants of 'Shreya, Shreya!' 'Mujhe iss din ka intezar saalon se tha!' Brimming with emotion, Shreya expressed how special the Mumbai concert was for her. 'Finally the day has come, and I am performing in Mumbai (The same show was to be held earlier on May 10 at the same venue). I am so excited! Trust me Mumbai, mujhe iss din ka intezar saalon se tha!' she said, visibly overwhelmed. 'Bahut gaana hai, it's going to be an incredible night. Sab saath mein gaane wale hain. Hope you are prepared with some moves!' She then set the stage ablaze with chart-toppers like 'Tum Kya Mile', 'Jadu Hai Nasha Hai', and many more, turning the ground into one massive karaoke session with the audience singing in unison. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest in Kolkata's Iconic Twin Towers Today Keventer ONE Undo 'Mumbai tumhari aur meri love story hai' Declaring her eternal bond with the city, Shreya said, 'I have a perfect song, because Mumbai tumhari aur meri love story hai. Aisi love story honi hai because Mumbai mera ghar hai, meri Bhoomi hai, mera sab kuch hai.' That heartfelt proclamation was followed by songs that touched the soul, 'O Rangrez,' 'Piyu Bole,' 'O Saathi Re,' and 'Deewani Mastani.' As she sang, Shreya also took time to connect with fans holding up placards. 'You've travelled 12,000 kilometres to be here!?' she read aloud in amazement. One fan had brought her a painted portrait to which she asked, 'Main yeh rakh loon?' A girl from Kota caught her eye, prompting a warm, 'You are from Kota! Hello, girl from my place!' 'Singing a Gulzar Saab song is an award in itself' Shreya paid rich tributes to the lyricists and composers who've shaped her musical journey. 'Gulzar saab ka koi gaana agar ga liya toh wohi award hai apne aap mein.' Reflecting on her blessed journey, she added, 'Mujhe saare composers ne apne best gaane diye hain. Main bahut shukr guzar hoon unn sab ka. Aaj bhi woh sab gaane dil ko chhoote hain… because acche music ki life bahut lambi hoti hai.' She then delivered those very timeless tunes that audiences continue to cherish, proving that good music indeed has no expiration date. 'Aaj sabse surili audience hai. kasam se' As the audience harmonised note-for-note, Shreya playfully joked, 'Everywhere I perform, I say, 'I have the best singing audience today.' I have said this in so many places that iss sentence ka koi trust value nahi raha. Iske toh memes bhi ban chuka hai. But today I really have to say, 'Aaj sabse surili audience hai. Sacchi main, kasam se.'' Popular Bollywood singers were spotted cheering from the audience including Benny Dayal, Amit Trivedi, Aditi Singh Sharma, and Shalmali Kholgade. 'The reason I became a singer is because of Lata Ji's voice' In one of the evening's most poignant moments, Shreya paid tribute to her greatest inspiration, Lata Mangeshkar. 'The reason I became a singer is because of her voice. Her songs inspired me to choose music beyond just a simple passion or a career.' She followed this with soul-stirring renditions of 'Lag Jaa Gale' and 'Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar'. 'This is the first time I am singing this verse on stage' In a surprise, Shreya sang a verse she had never sung live before. 'There are so many songs I want to sing but never have the time. But aaj main tayyari karke aayi hoon. This is the first time I am singing this verse from 'Main Agar Kahoon' on stage.' The magical moment left the audience spellbound. She also performed duets with singers Kinjal Chatterjee and Chaitanya Devadhe, fondly calling him 'Chaitu.' They sang some favorites like 'Manwa Laage,' 'Tere Naina,' 'Teri Ore,' 'Dagabaaz Re,' and 'Saans. ' 'Thank you for being with me despite the rain' Despite a mid-concert drizzle, the crowd stayed rooted to their spots. Organisers swiftly distributed free raincoats to all. Shreya smiled and thanked them saying, 'Thank you for being with me despite the rain today.' Towards the end, she warmly introduced every member of her band and background vocalists, showing her appreciation for the people who make the magic happen behind the scenes. After nearly 40 songs and three hours of pure musical bliss, Shreya closed the night with a powerful tribute to India's armed forces with 'Vande Mataram'. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
