Ed Sheeran Wins Indian Hearts by Singing ‘Chuttamale’ in Bengaluru
British singer Ed Sheeran, known for his hit songs like Shape of You and Perfect, is currently touring India and has performed in cities like Pune, Chennai, and Bengaluru. His latest concert in Bengaluru on Sunday went viral on social media, but one moment stood out the most—Ed Sheeran singing the Telugu song Chuttamale with Indian singer Shilpa Rao.
Ed Sheeran Sings in Telugu
During the Bengaluru concert, Ed Sheeran invited singer Shilpa Rao on stage, and together they performed Chuttamale, a song from the upcoming 2024 film Devara, starring Jr NTR and Janhvi Kapoor. The audience was thrilled to hear Ed sing in Telugu, and the video of the performance quickly spread across social media. Fans praised him for learning and singing the song so well.
After the concert, Ed Sheeran shared a video of the special moment on his Instagram page. In his caption, he expressed his admiration for Shilpa Rao’s voice and said, “Obsessed with @shilparao’s voice for the last while, a real privilege to share the stage tonight, and learn a new language!”
Shilpa Rao’s Response and Fans’ Reactions
Shilpa Rao responded warmly to Ed’s gesture, commenting, “Artists always spread love. And it was absolutely that tonight. @teddysphotos you are coolness personified. Thank you for the love and warmth. Much love.”
Fans were overjoyed with Ed’s performance and flooded social media with their reactions. One fan jokingly wrote, “Give this man an Aadhaar card!” Another commented, “He’s more Indian than I am at this point.” Someone else said, “Ed singing in Telugu wasn’t on my 2025 bucket list!” Another fan humorously wrote, “Ed sang in Telugu as revenge for Church Street!”
Ed Sheeran’s Busking Controversy
Apart from his concert, Ed Sheeran also made headlines for performing on the streets of Bengaluru. The singer was stopped by a police officer while busking outside a church. The officer claimed he did not have permission to perform. However, Ed later clarified the situation on Instagram, writing, “We had permission to busk btw, hence us playing in that exact spot, was planned out before, it wasn’t just randomly turning up. All good though. See ya at the show tonight x”
A Memorable Tour for Indian Fans
Ed Sheeran’s India tour has been full of surprises, from his soulful performances to his spontaneous gestures. By singing in Telugu and engaging with local culture, he has won over Indian fans even more. His love for music and connection with audiences worldwide prove why he remains one of the most beloved artists globally. Also Read:- Nora Fatehi Stuns in a Fiery Birthday Look Styled by Nicki Minaj’s Stylist
