Ed Sheeran Drops ‘Sapphire’—SRK, Arijit, and Kolkata’s Quirky Charm Win Hearts

Ed Sheeran’s latest release, “Sapphire,” is taking the internet by storm—not just for its infectious blend of Western pop and Punjabi beats, but for its star-studded cameos and playful nods to Indian culture. The music video features British pop superstar Ed Sheeran, Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan, and India’s beloved singer Arijit Singh, with fans jokingly speculating about a “TMC” (Trinamool Congress) cameo thanks to the Kolkata connection.

 

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Social media was abuzz with memes and jokes about the “TMC” reference, as much of the video is shot in Kolkata, and Ed is seen mingling with locals and soaking in the city’s vibe.

 

Fans praised Sheeran for embracing Indian culture—singing in Punjabi, getting a tattoo, and even joining a flash mob dance in a café.

The song is part of Ed’s upcoming album “Play,” and “Sapphire” stands out for its joyful celebration of cross-cultural friendship and music.

Viewers loved the playful, lighthearted energy of the video, with one fan summing it up: “Ed, SRK, Arijit, and a dash of Kolkata—this is the collaboration we didn’t know we needed.”

 

Source: Hindustan Times, The News, India Today, Filmfare, Indian Express, Business Standard