Salman Ali, winner of Indian Idol 10 and celebrated Bollywood playback singer, gave a scintillating live performance to a packed Al Baraka Hall at the Crowne Plaza Hotel on 15th August. This landmark event was organized by Saaz Events and Artistic Group and exclusively sponsored by Pyramid Infratech Pvt.Ltd.
Held to commemorate India’s 78th Independence Day, the performance was a spectacular musical feast for guests who were taken on a journey of some of Bollywood’s best songs.
Guests showed their excitement and enjoyment with footapping and clapping as Salman raised the tempo during the evening with a mix of chart-topping Bollywood tracks and a selection of famous Sufi renditions, ranging from energetic numbers to soulful ballads some popular songs that had the audience in awe.
Bringing both energy and melody to the evening Salman’s non stop three hour performance was a delight to audiences who were able to experience a live performance of the highest standard. The evening not only showcased his musical prowess but also highlighted the growing cultural exchange between India and Kuwait.
Kicking off the event H E Dr. Adarsh Swaika, Ambassador of India expressed his delight to attend a celebration of India’s 78th Independence Day. A host of diplomats present at the event also praised the performance of such a talented singer.
Dr. Shabbir Qamar, Founder and MD of the Saaz Group, the key driver of this event, joined by esteemed guests, presented a token of appreciation to Salman Ali, Ashwini Kumar, CEO of Pyramid, and Crowne Plaza Hotel, as the hospitality partner for the successful evening. Ravita Dalal Mishra, International Sales Director of Pyramid Infratech Pvt.Ltd presented the vote of Thanks.
The evening was gracefully hosted by Kuwait’s well known emcees, Nita Bhatkar Chogle and RJ Rachana.
Salman Ali, who hails from a small town in Haryana, came to Mumbai to make his family proud. He comes from four generations of professional singers, who made a living off singing.
Salman became popular in 2011 after participating in the Indian reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Li’l Champs where he emerged a runner up. In 2018, he catapulted to fame after his Indian Idol win and went on to Bollywood playback, even lending his voice to Salman Khan for a song in Dabangg 3. Currently, he also mentors other upcoming singers in reality shows like Singing Superstar.
Known for his powerful and emotive voice, Salman is extremely soft spoken, simple and courteous in person. However, from the moment he took the stage, he commanded the audience’s attention with his charismatic presence and powerful vocals.
Speaking exclusively to The Times Kuwait, Salman explained, “I loved performing for the audience in Kuwait. They enjoyed all of my songs without leaving their seats throughout. They also sang along enthusiastically, which was so good to experience.”
Totally mesmerized, the crowd, kept singing along and swaying to the rhythms all evening. Needless to say, Salman Ali’s stupendous performance was a resounding success.
