A R Rahman brought the house down with more than just music during his recent concert at the Tacoma Dome. The acclaimed composer, currently touring North America with his Wonderment Tour, playfully referenced the Coldplay 'kiss cam' controversy that has become the internet’s latest obsession.
AR Rahman takes a dig at Coldplay kisscam moment
Mid-performance, as cameras panned over the audience, fans waved excitedly at the big screen. Seizing the moment, Rahman quipped with a smile, “I won't get you into trouble. Don't worry.” The crowd burst into laughter and applause at his well-timed remark.
Coldplay kisscam viral moment
His comment came hot on the heels of a now-viral moment from a Coldplay concert, where the band’s signature 'kiss cam' zoomed in on Andy Byron, CEO of Astronomer, and Kristin Cabot, the company’s Chief People Officer. The duo shared a brief embrace before awkwardly ducking out of the camera’s frame once they realised they were on screen. Coldplay’s frontman Chris Martin even joked from the stage, “Either they're having an affair or they're just very shy.”
The incident quickly exploded online, sparking a wave of memes, gossip, and scrutiny. The fallout was swift—Andy Byron resigned from his CEO position amid mounting speculation.
Adding to the internet’s meme frenzy, the Baahubali team also joined in with their signature humour. Their official social media handle shared a meme featuring Prabhas and Anushka Shetty as Baahubali and Devasena, sweetly captioned, “CEO and HR of Maaahishmathi,” with a hug emoji for dramatic effect.
About AR Rahman's Wonderment Tour
Meanwhile, Rahman continues to tour across major cities in the US and Canada, offering fans a nostalgic journey through his musical legacy. After wrapping up the North American leg, he’s expected to head to the UK, before concluding the Wonderment Tour in India this November.