Enrique Iglesias enthralls audiences with his 'Hero' song

‘I can be your hero, baby
I can kiss away the pain

I will stand by you forever
You can take my breath away…’

After a 13-year hiatus from Indian shores, multi-Grammy Award-winning music icon Enrique Iglesias made a triumphant return to Mumbai, captivating over 25,000 ecstatic fans on Day 1 (October 29, 2025) of his largest-ever two-day concert, produced by EVA Live. It was indeed one of the most unforgettable live performance at the MMRDA ground.

Dressed casually in all-black ensemble with his trademark cap, Iglesias immediately connected with his diverse audience, greeting them warmly. The crowd, spanning from teenagers as young as 15 to adults in their 50s, erupted in cheers, setting the tone for an evening of cross-generational musical celebration. There were people who flew down from Sri Lanka and Italy too.

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Enrique Iglesias on the Indian audience

A day before the concert in an exclusive conversation with Firstpost,  Enrique Iglesias said, “The supporters in India are fantastic. They possess such genuine appreciation and reverence for the art of music. When I take the stage in India, the audiences are simply outstanding. The energy level is remarkable. I am eager for the experience that energy level with my fans in India.”

Held at the MMRDA Grounds, this event featured a high-energy, 90-minute high-octane set comprising 19 chart-topping hits and fan favourites that spanned his illustrious career, marking his debut performance in Mumbai.

The sold-out event represents Iglesias’s third visit to India, following performances in 2004 and 2012. Day 2 (October 30, 2025) is anticipated to welcome over 30,000 fans, solidifying this as the artist’s most ambitious Indian concert series to date.

Bollywood at the **Enrique Iglesias** concert

Numerous Bollywood celebrities graced the event, including Malaika Arora Khan, Vidya Balan, Rakul Preet Singh, Jaccky Bhanani, Rubina Dilaik, Anu Malik, Abhinav Shukla, Tina Dutta, Aditya Seal, Anushka Ranjan, Sonal Chauhan, Tanisha Mukherjee, Disha Parmar, Jai Bhanushali, Gurmeet Choudhary, Debina Bonnerjee, Elnaaz Norouzi, Orry Awatramani, Pragya Jaiswal, Shriya Saran, who joined thousands of nostalgic fans under the Mumbai skies.

Supporting acts included Jonita Gandhi, the talented Indo-Canadian singer and the electrifying EDM duo Progressive Brothers, who warmed up the crowd with their dynamic sets, perfectly setting the stage for Iglesias’s thrilling performance.

The concert’s demand extended beyond Mumbai, with dedicated fans traveling from Bengaluru, New Delhi NCR, Goa, Pune, Kolkata and Chandigarh to witness this once-in-a-lifetime musical spectacle. This geographic diversity underscored Iglesias’s pan-Indian appeal and the event’s significance as a cultural moment that transcended regional boundaries.

The concert’s carefully crafted setlist took fans on a retrospective journey. He opened the show explosively with ‘Subeme La Radio’, immediately getting the audience into a frenzy. This was followed by an expertly curated selection of hits, including ‘Freak’, ‘Chasing The Sun’, ‘Be With You’, ‘Heartbeat’, ‘Duele el Corazón’ and his breakthrough single ‘Bailamos’. Songs like ‘Me Pase’ ‘El Perdón’, ‘Cuando Me Enamoro’ showcased his Spanish supremacy while timeless classics such as ‘I Like How It Feels’, ‘Bailando’ ‘Tired Of Being Sorry’, ‘Ring My Bells’, ‘Takin’ Back My Love’, ‘Tonight (I’m Lovin’ You)’, ‘Hero’ and ‘Escape’ —which concluded with a nod to Eurythmics’ ‘Sweet Dreams’—highlighted his enduring appeal across generations. The grand finale, featuring ‘I Like It’ was unforgettable, punctuated by hundreds of white balloons emblazoned with his initials (EI) cascading through the venue amid a spectacular fireworks display, leaving the audience in awe.

Utilizing an innovative dual-stage arrangement, the Spanish superstar interacted energetically with attendees, who were eager with their encores and singalongs, maintaining persistent interaction throughout the performance. The high-octane production featured stunning visuals, synchronized lighting and pyrotechnics that transformed the venue into a pulsating arena of music and emotion.