Justin Bieber is poised to make a splash in India. As he arrived in Mumbai on Friday morning, July 5. To perform at the wedding sangeet of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. The pop sensation is expected to take the stage at the “Celebration of Hearts” event on Friday evening. It is held at the prestigious Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC).
Ambani Festivities and Pop Icon Performances
The Ambanis are renowned for hosting grand celebrations and inviting global pop icons to perform. Their previous events have seen the likes of Rihanna, Katy Perry, and the Backstreet Boys entertaining guests at a pre-wedding bash in May 2024. According to India Today, there were also discussions with Adele, Drake, and Lana Del Rey to perform at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding in Mumbai.
Headlines and Fees for Justin Bieber’s Performance
Justin Bieber’s upcoming performance has garnered significant attention, particularly due to the singer’s hefty fee for the event. Known to charge between $2.5 million to $6 million (approximately Rs 20 crore to Rs 50 crore) for private performances, Bieber is reportedly earning an astonishing $9.939 million (about Rs 83 crore) for this sangeet, as reported by the Portuguese portal LeoDias. This amount is 40% higher than his usual rates.
Comparison with Rihanna’s Performance Fee
Bieber’s fee surpasses that of Rihanna, who was reportedly paid between $8 million to $9 million (approximately Rs 64 crore to Rs 74 crore) to headline the first day of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani’s pre-wedding celebrations. Rihanna’s performance took place at the Ambani Estate in Jamnagar, India, highlighting the scale of the festivities.
Katy Perry’s Performance Details
Katy Perry was also a part of the Ambani celebrations, performing at the second pre-wedding bash in May. According to the Free Press Journal, Perry received between $4 million to $5 million (approximately Rs 40 crore to Rs 45 crore) for her performance. She serenaded the couple at a lavish masquerade ball-themed event aboard a cruise from Italy to France.
Higher Costs for Justin Bieber’s Performance
Justin Bieber’s significantly higher fee may be attributed to additional expenses such as travel, accommodation, and security costs. Nevertheless, it is noteworthy that his fee still stands nearly a million dollars higher than that of Rihanna.