New Delhi: British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, known for his chart-topping hits and infectious energy, is gearing up for an electrifying performance in Mumbai on March 16. The 33-year-old singer, who is in town as part of his exhilarating '+ - = ÷ x' tour, is set to captivate audiences at the Mahalaxmi Race Course Grounds on Saturday. In a delightful turn of events, Sheeran found himself striking the iconic pose of Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan, accompanied by none other than the superstar himself.
This memorable moment was captured in a video shared by both Sheeran and SRK on their respective Instagram accounts, spreading waves of excitement among their fans. Captioned as "This is the Shape Of Us spreading love," the video of the two stars is going big time viral on social media
Check out SRK and Ed Sheeran's video here:
In the video, Shah Rukh Khan exuded his trademark charm, dressed casually in a loose shirt adorned with a papercutting print, paired effortlessly with ripped jeans and sneakers. Ed Sheeran, on the other hand, opted for a stylish ensemble featuring black pants and a marble print sweatshirt, perfectly complemented by his Jordans.
The duo set the stage on fire as they grooved to the tune of 'Deewangi Deewangi' from the SRK-starrer 'Om Shanti Om', evoking a sense of nostalgia among Bollywood enthusiasts.
Their collaboration not only delighted fans but also garnered attention from industry insiders. Renowned director-choreographer Farah Khan, who helmed 'Om Shanti Om', expressed her delight in the comments section, stating, "If this was the last thing I directed I'll die happy." Farah also shared the video with the caption, "When u get to direct Ed sheeran & Shahrukh khan u get? …. #SherKhan of course 😂"
Sheeran's visit to Mumbai has been filled with memorable moments, reflecting his deep connection with fans and the local culture. Earlier this week, he spent a heartwarming day at a school, spreading joy through music among young children.
On Tuesday evening, Ayushmann Khurrana took to Instagram to share a precious polaroid photo featuring himself and Sheeran, captioning it, "A Polaroid keepsake from my time with Ed. Great meeting you, @teddysphotos."
Meanwhile, singer and music composer Armaan Malik also had the privilege of meeting Sheeran, capturing their fun interaction in a video shared on Wednesday. The duo showcased their moves while dancing to the popular "Butta Bomma" song from Allu Arjun's 2020 film "Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo".
Sharing the video, Armaan captioned it as, "Favourite person in my city ❤️ @teddysphotos"
As Sheeran's Mumbai concert draws closer, excitement reaches a fever pitch. Serving as the grand finale of the Asia leg of his tour, the event promises an unforgettable experience for fans. Joining Sheeran on stage will be guest performers, including singer-songwriter Calum Scott and the immensely talented Prateek Kuhad.