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Oscar winner A.R. Rahman's 'The Wonderment Tour' just got bigger: Sukhwinder Singh, Neeti Mohan, & Jonita Gandhi join star-studded line-up for global premiere in Mumbai
The much-anticipated event will feature stunning choreography by the dance guru and ace choreographer Shiamak Davar read more
Academy award winning composer and musician, A. R. Rahman is set to bring his biggest production ever to Mumbai. This kickstarts the global premiere of 'The Wonderment Tour', the maestro will perform at the D Y Patil stadium on May 3rd.
What makes this concert even more exciting is that the organisers have announced that powerhouse performers like Sukhwinder Singh, Jonita Gandhi and Neeti Mohan will be joining Rahman, with more featuring artists to be announced, in addition to surprise acts that stand to enhance the experience.
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The much-anticipated event will feature stunning choreography by the dance guru and ace choreographer Shiamak Davar. It is said to be a one of a kind event, with immersive technology, innovative production, and solid soundscapes.
The Wonderment Tour in Mumbai is part of much anticipated Waves Summit, and has been conceived by A. R. Rahman in collaboration with Percept Live and is a co-production between Percept Live, Fairgame Entertainment and Jo Entertainment.
The Concert is not just to entertain, but to transport audiences into a realm of music and visual magic. With a setlist spanning his iconic hits and stellar performances from celebrated musicians. It promises to be a nostalgic yet forward-looking celebration of music that will make this premiere in Mumbai a night to remember.
Tickets for this memorable evening on May 3rd at Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium are now live on www.district.in and on the District App.
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