'Bahut khushi horahi hai': Chris Martin flaunts fluent Hindi during Coldplay concert in Mumbai; fans roar with surprise

Chris Martin charmed Mumbai fans by speaking Hindi during Coldplay's first concert of their Music of the Spheres tour.

Published on: Jan 18, 2025, 23:06:06 IST

By Soumya Srivastava

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Chris Martin knows just how to win an Indian heart. On night one of the Indian leg of his band Coldplay's Music of the Spheres World tour, Chris flaunted perfect Hindi on stage. The concert marks first of three back-to-back gigs from Saturday to Monday at Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium.

Musician Chris Martin of the British rock band Coldplay performs onstage during a concert as part of their Music of the Spheres World Tour, at the D.Y. Patil stadium in Navi Mumbai on January 18, 2025. (AFP)

(also read: Coldplay rocks Mumbai on Day 1: Fans share 'heavenly views' from DY Patil Stadium… and the hotel next door)

'Bahut swagat hai!'

In a video shared online, Chris is seen speaking Hindi to a surprised audience. He said, “Good evening everybody. Aap sabka bohot swagat hai. Mumbai mein aakar humein bohot Khushi ho rahi hai (Welcome everyone. We are very happy to be in Mumbai)." He added, “We are so happy to be here. This is our first real show in India. So thank you. Namaste." The crowd roared on hearing him speaking the desi language.

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Fans on social media also loved the gesture. “He sounds like my chatgpt at 2am,” wrote one. “Aur mumbai me aapko dekh kar hume bhohot khushi ho rahi hai (And seeing you in Mumbai is making us so happy.)”

About the concerts

Coldplay is all set to enthral the audience in Mumbai with their gig, part of their Music of the Spheres tour. The band will perform in Mumbai for three days at DY Patil Sports Stadium: January 18, January 19, and January 21.

Before Coldplay takes the stage, the audience will have the chance to enjoy live performances by Shone, Elyanna, and Jasleen Royal.

The Indian tour of Coldplay, organized by BookMyShow Live, doesn't end here.

The band will also perform at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on January 25 and January 26.

After their India tour, the band will kick off their Hong Kong tour in April. In the same month, they'll also perform in South Korea.

Coldplay, the British rock band, consists of vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, drummer and percussionist Will Champion, and manager Phil Harvey.

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Soumya Srivastava
Soumya Srivastava is the Entertainment and Lifestyle Editor at Hindustan Times, bringing over a decade of experience covering movies, celebrities, pop culture, and everything that feels current and compelling. With a sharp editorial lens and an instinct for what resonates, she writes stories that balance insight with accessibility — whether she’s reporting from a red carpet, reviewing a buzzy new release, or unpacking the craft behind cinema. An unabashed Swiftie and a devoted admirer of Christopher Nolan’s filmmaking, Soumya blends heart and analysis in equal measure. She holds a degree in English Literature from Janki Devi Memorial College, Delhi University, and is an alumna of IIMC Dhenkanal (2013). As a Rotten Tomatoes Certified Film Critic, her reviews reflect credibility, cultural awareness, and a nuanced understanding of storytelling across genres and formats. She has interviewed celebrities like Celine Song, Zoya Akhtar, Kajol, Shabana Azmi, Pankaj Tripathi and more. She has also reviwes hundreds of movies and written thousands of stories, made videos, special columns and more. While films remain her first love, Soumya’s interests extend deeply into lifestyle and design. She is particularly drawn to décor, thoughtfully designed spaces, and the subtle ways aesthetics influence everyday living. From celebrity homes and interior trends to broader lifestyle movements, she enjoys exploring how personal taste intersects with identity and modern culture. Her voice is informed yet relatable, analytical yet warm — making her work engaging for a wide and diverse readership. Through her writing, Soumya continues to shape conversations around entertainment, lifestyle, and contemporary culture.Read More

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