Rihanna in India: Global pop superstar Rihanna made a surprise return to India on Friday (April 24), nearly two years after her widely discussed performance
at the Ambani family’s lavish pre-wedding celebrations in Jamnagar. The Love the Way You Lie singer was spotted arriving in Mumbai, where videos of her greeting paparazzi and recording the crowd around her car quickly went viral on social media.
Rihanna landed at Kalina Airport in Mumbai on a private jet. Dressed in an all-black outfit, the singer paired her look with a sleek ponytail, dark sunglasses and gold jewellery. The understated yet stylish appearance drew immediate attention from photographers waiting outside the airport.
Rihanna returns to India after 2 years
As she walked out with her security team, paparazzi enthusiastically called out to her, shouting, “RiRi, RiRi.” The singer responded warmly, waving at the photographers and smiling as she made her way towards her vehicle. Before getting into the car, she also blew kisses to the crowd, a gesture that fans captured on video.
Several clips circulating online show Rihanna recording the crowd gathered around her car using her phone. The brief moment added a playful touch to her arrival, with fans praising her for engaging with the excitement surrounding her visit.
Rihanna in India
This marks Rihanna’s second trip to India. Her previous visit in 2024 created headlines across the world when she performed at the pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar.
The event was one of the most high-profile private celebrations in recent years, attracting global attention and a star-studded guest list. International business leaders such as Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates were among those who attended the festivities.
Rihanna’s performance at the celebration also marked her first-ever performance in India, making the moment particularly memorable for fans in the country. Her set quickly became one of the most talked-about highlights of the multi-day event.
Sources told News9Live that Rihanna may visit India to attend the Tira Beauty Ki Haveli event in Mumbai. The immersive beauty experience, organised by Tira Beauty, is set to take over Palladium Mall from April 25 to May 4.
