Afrobeat star Rema captivated guests at Anant Ambani's lavish wedding with his performance of "Calm Down." The $600 million event featured a star-studded guest list including Kim Kardashian and global dignitaries. Social media buzzed about his $3 million fee and lifestyle choices, highlighting his global influence.
Afrobeat sensation Rema delivered a captivating performance at the opulent wedding of Anant Ambani, son of Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s richest man, and Radhika Merchant, daughter of pharma magnates Viren and Shaila Merchant.
The extravagant event, held at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai, reportedly cost over $600 million and drew a star-studded guest list, including Kim Kardashian, former UK Prime Ministers Boris Johnson and Tony Blair, former US Secretary of State John Kerry, and other global dignitaries. Rema performed his hit song “Calm Down,” thrilling the high-profile audience.
Social media reactions highlighted the significant fee Rema received for his 15-minute performance, with some speculating he earned $3 million. While many praised his talent and international reach, some fans expressed disappointment over his lifestyle choices.
Comments ranged from admiration of his performance to criticisms regarding his smoking habits. One user mentioned, “Indians are crazily in love with Rema’s ‘Calm Down’,” reflecting the song's immense popularity in India.
Despite some mixed reactions, Rema's performance at such a prestigious event underscores his rising global influence and the increasing recognition of Afrobeat music on the international stage.