 "Coldplay Mumbai Concert: Chris Martin chants 'Jai Shree Ram' in viral video, netizens share reactions")
Ahead of the Mumbai concert, Coldplay’s Chris Martin visited Shri Babulnath Temple along with girlfriend actress Dakota Johnson to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva.
While Chris Martin wore a blue kurta, Dakota donned a beautifully printed cotton suit and covered her head with a dupatta.
And as the band member performed on stage, he chanted Jai Shree Ram and the video has gone viral. He also said ‘Shukriya’ to all his fans.
During their temple visit, Dakota also whispered a prayer into Nandi’s ear, which is one of the Hindu rituals symbolising the pursuit of blessings for one’s desires.
Coldplay’s first Mumbai concert is set to take place today at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The three-day event on 18, 19 & 21 January, is expected to draw around 70,000 attendees.
The band consists of vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, drummer and percussionist Will Champion, and manager Phil Harvey.
Post Mumbai, the band will perform in Ahmedabad, which will take place on 26th January. The concert will also stream on Disney+ Hotstar.
In the announcement shared by the platform, the lead singer of the band, Chris Martin, expressed, “Namaste to all our friends in India. We’re thrilled to share that on the 26th of January, our show from Ahmedabad will be streaming live on Disney+ Hotstar, so you can watch it from anywhere in India. We hope you’ll join us – we’re so excited to visit your beautiful country. Sending lots of love!”