Shawn Mendes stuns fans with surprise street gig in Mumbai, internet erupts with joy

Ahead of his highly anticipated performance at Lollapalooza India 2025, Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes gave his Indian fans an unforgettable surprise by delivering an impromptu street performance in Mumbai.

The singer, best known for hits like Señorita and Treat You Better, transformed a small basti into his stage, leaving fans in awe.

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A Special Moment for Fans

A video of the heartwarming performance was shared by The Sound Space India, a music institute, on their official social media handle.
 In the clip, Mendes is seen joyfully singing his chart-topping song Señorita, as a mesmerized crowd of fans and students of the institute enjoy the rare moment.

The institute captioned the post, "POV: When you get a private performance of 'Señorita' from the artist himself... Still buzzing from the moment @shawnmendes turned a small basti in Mumbai into his stage and treated us to an unforgettable rendition of 'Señorita'. Surrounded by our students, this wasn't just a performance—it was pure magic! Safe to say, we'll be replaying this one in our heads for a long, long time!"

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Viral Sensation

The video quickly went viral, drawing widespread excitement from fans across social media. Comment sections overflowed with reactions, with one user simply stating, “Wow.” Another wrote, “Magic!”, while a third exclaimed, “Dang! So cool.” Many fans expressed their disbelief and gratitude for witnessing such a moment, with some even calling it a "once-in-a-lifetime experience." Others praised Mendes for his humility, noting how rare it is for global stars to engage in spontaneous public performances.

The post also sparked discussions about the increasing global influence of the Indian music scene, as international artists continue to embrace local audiences in unique ways.

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Mendes' surprise gesture has only heightened anticipation for his official performance at Lollapalooza India 2025, where he is set to take the stage later tonight. The music festival boasts an impressive lineup featuring international acts such as Green Day, Louis Tomlinson, and Indian hip-hop sensation Hanumankind. The event is set to conclude on March 9, marking yet another memorable edition of the globally renowned festival.