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

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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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Ed Sheeran dropped “Sapphire,” a vibrant track shot guerrilla-style during his recent India tour. The song is a fusion of pop and desi sounds, with Arijit Singh lending his vocals and sitar, and Sheeran himself singing in Punjabi.
The music video is a visual love letter to India, featuring scenes of Sheeran riding in auto rickshaws, exploring the sets of Baahubali, and hanging out on a barge with Arijit Singh.
The internet erupted when Shah Rukh Khan made a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it cameo, singing the hook line with Ed. Fans flooded social media with excitement, wishing SRK had more screen time.
Arijit Singh not only sings but is seen riding a scooter with Ed, and the duo’s chemistry is a highlight for viewers. Sheeran called Arijit “the final jigsaw piece” for the track and teased a full Punjabi version coming soon.

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.”

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