Enrique Iglesias delivered a memorable performance for an estimated 25,000 fans at Mumbai’s MMRDA Grounds on Thursday night, marking his significant return to India after a 13-year absence. The beloved Latino pop star treated the audience to a 90-minute setlist featuring a mix of his greatest hits, including “Bailamos,” “Escape,” “Bailando,” and “Ring My Bells.” Iglesias interacted with the energetic crowd, creating a truly engaging experience.
An Emotional Encore
A particularly touching moment occurred when Iglesias began singing his 2001 hit, “Hero.” The vast audience joined in, creating a powerful singalong that visibly moved the singer. He expressed his gratitude by taking a knee and bowing to the ecstatic fans.
Fan Interactions and More
Beyond his musical performance, Iglesias engaged with fans in other ways. He obliged a few selfie requests from fans who threw phones onto the stage before security intervened. He also ventured down to the barricades to connect with fans in the front section, even sharing a kiss with one attendee.
Fan Reactions and Celebrity Sightings
While the concert was a resounding success, some fans expressed disappointment with the setlist, noting the absence of songs like “Rhythm Divine” and “Addicted.” Others in the general admission areas felt they were too far from the stage, though organizers did set up a second stage closer to these areas for a portion of the performance.
The event also saw a notable presence of celebrities, including Malaika Arora, Vidya Balan, Rakul Preet Singh, Jackky Bhagnani, Rubina Dilaik, Anu Malik, Abhinav Shukla, and Shweta Basu Prasad, who were spotted among the concertgoers.
The evening commenced with a performance by EDM duo Progressive Brothers, followed by Indo-Canadian pop singer Jonita Gandhi. Enrique Iglesias is scheduled for another performance at the same venue on Friday, with expectations of an even larger turnout.