How The Yellow Diary made an impressive debut at music maestro AR Rahman's ‘The Wonderment Tour'

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13-05-2025

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Indian alt-rock sensation The Yellow Diary marked a major milestone in their musical journey with their first-ever stadium performance as the supporting act for AR Rahman's 'Wonderment Tour' Global Premiere on May 3, 2025, at DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai. The event drew a massive crowd of over 15,000 music lovers, setting the stage for a powerful evening of music and celebration.
The Yellow Diary, composed of Rajan Batra (vocals), Himonshu Parikh (keyboard), Stuart DaCosta (bass), Harsh Gadhvi (guitar), and Sahil Shah (drums), delivered a high-energy performance that showcased their unique blend of indie rock and poetic storytelling. Performing some of their most beloved tracks, the band captivated the audience and set the perfect tone for AR Rahman's spectacular show.
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Reflecting on the milestone performance, the band shared: 'In the beginning, we dreamt of performing at a stage. When that came true, the next dream was to play at a big stage. When that happened, we were already dreaming of this moment when we'd play at a stadium. And honestly, what better way for that dream to come alive than at an AR Rahman concert.' *Stated Rajan Batra, Lead vocalist, composer and writer of The Yellow Diary.'
This stadium debut is not just a personal achievement for the band but a step towards a larger vision: taking Indian independent music to global stages. The Yellow Diary is now moving beyond the domestic scene, carrying with them the ambition of representing India on the world stage. With this performance, the band has made it clear, their mission is not only to inspire through music but also to amplify the Indian independent sound globally.
Stuart, the band's bassist, expressed his excitement, 'For us, this is just the beginning. We want to show the world what Indian indie music can do. Our dream is to take our music to international arenas, representing India with our sound.'
Harsh Gadhvi (Guitarist) added
'This is more than just a concert; it's a celebration. We felt every strum and every cheer—thank you for making this moment unforgettable.'
Sahil Shah expressed (Drums):
'The heartbeat of the music felt like it was synced with everyone in the stadium. This is why we do what we do. To be here, sharing this moment with all of you, is magic.'
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'There's a spirit in our music that resonates with people beyond borders. This stage was just the first step towards that global vision.', *added Himonshu Parikh*.