World-famous British singer Ed Sheeran had a fun-filled trip to India recently. During his stay, he met Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and popular singer Arijit Singh. Ed shared a glimpse of this special time on his Instagram, and fans can’t stop talking about it.
Shah Rukh Khan Sings with Ed Sheeran
One of the most exciting moments from Ed Sheeran’s India visit was when Shah Rukh Khan sang a line from Ed’s upcoming song “Sapphire.” In a short video clip, Shah Rukh can be seen appearing behind Ed and singing the catchy hook line with a smile. It was a sweet moment between two global icons that fans loved.
Arijit Singh and Ed Enjoy Coffee on a Barge
Another highlight was a peaceful moment between Ed Sheeran and Arijit Singh. The two were seen relaxing on a barge, enjoying the scenic view. Arijit was sipping coffee while standing next to Ed. This calm moment showed the friendly bond between the two talented singers.
Ed Sheeran Embraces Indian Culture
Ed made the most of his trip by diving into Indian culture. He shared pictures and videos of himself doing several interesting things:
- Singing in Hindi
- Getting a tattoo in Punjabi script
- Playing Indian musical instruments
- Watching a flash mob of college students dancing to his music
- Taking an auto rickshaw ride, just like a local!
He even mentioned that he learned the bouzouki (a musical instrument) when he was young, thinking it was Irish—but found out it’s used in many cultures, including in India.
A Special Visit to the Baahubali Set
One of Ed’s favorite moments was visiting the set of the blockbuster Indian film Baahubali. He said he was so excited to see it in real life because he had already watched the movie in the cinema. He described the experience as “flipping out,” showing how much he enjoyed it.
Ed’s Love for India
Ed Sheeran is no stranger to India. He has visited several times before and always tries to connect with Indian musicians and artists. Earlier this year, he performed in different cities across India as part of his record-breaking “+-=÷×” (Mathematics) Tour. He performed in places like Delhi-NCR, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Shillong.
A Heartfelt Instagram Post
In his Instagram caption, Ed Sheeran summed up his feelings with a mix of humor and warmth. He wrote, “Sapphire dumpington…” followed by short notes about each experience. He also shared how much he appreciated working with Indian musicians and how real his love for India is—so real that he even got a permanent tattoo to remember it.
Ed Sheeran’s trip to India was full of music, friendship, and culture. Whether it was jamming with Shah Rukh Khan, sipping coffee with Arijit Singh, or joining a flash mob, Ed made beautiful memories that fans around the world are now enjoying with him.
