20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sonu Nigam, Salim Merchant, Sunil Grover among stars at Rabbani Mustafa Khan's birthday bash
Rabbani Mustafa Khan's birthday celebration in Bandra became a memorable reunion for the music industry. Celebrated artists like Sonu Nigam, Salim Merchant, and Shaan gathered to honor the singer.
Singer Rabbani Mustafa Khan's surprise birthday celebration turned into a heartwarming reunion of the music and entertainment fraternity on Friday night. Hosted at a popular restaurant in Bandra, the evening drew an impressive guest list of noted artists who came together to celebrate the singer, known for tracks like Allah Hu Allah (Sarbjit) and Peer Meri Piya Jaane Na (Mera Fauji Calling).
Sonu Nigam
Hariharan with Rabbani
Shaan
Among those present were Sonu Nigam,
Salim Merchant
, Shaan, Sunil Grover, Hariharan, Sharib and Toshi Sabri, and Rajesh Gawande, among others. The event had the ease and intimacy of a family gathering, with music and laughter flowing in equal measure.
The atmosphere was informal and joyous, marked by spontaneous performances. Hariharan and Sonu Nigam joined in to dance, while Shaan sang to a delighted audience.
Young Moosa Sabri, son of Toshi Sabri, won hearts with a brief but charming rendition of Sa Re Ga Ma.
Rabbani, son and disciple of the late Padma Vibhushan
Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan
, took to the mic for a soul-stirring performance of Bahut Bechain Hai Dil, momentarily bringing the lively evening to a contemplative pause. A particularly moving highlight was the performance by the grandchildren of the late Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan, a gesture that resonated deeply with everyone present. 'We witnessed the kind of love that cannot be rehearsed, the kind of joy that only music and belonging can bring,' said Hariharan.
The celebration, though personal in nature, underscored the camaraderie and shared legacy within the music community.
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