"Please join me in my city!"
This common plea resonates with music enthusiasts worldwide who eagerly anticipate their favorite artists visiting their hometowns.
In India, fans have often felt disappointed as many renowned musicians have overlooked the country in their tours.
However, the scenario seems to be shifting now. Dua Lipa's recent show in Mumbai went viral, and Coldplay is set to begin their tour, returning to India after nine years.
Anoushka Maskey, a music fan and aspiring artist, expresses her excitement, saying, "To have that experience in our own country, it's really cool to see that it's happening more and more," to BBC Newsbeat.
Live music demand is surging in India, with BookMyShow reporting an 18% growth in 2024.
Dr. Sourindra Banerjee, a marketing professor at Leeds University Business School, highlights India's vast population of 1.4 billion, particularly the youth, as a significant attraction for artists.
He states, "You have a large portion of the world, of youth, living in India...So if I were in the music business that would be the place I would target, to reap the benefits of the demographic."
By 2026, the industry is projected to grow to 37 billion rupees (£346 million).
Local Indian artists are optimistic that collaborations with international stars could open doors for them.
For example, Pop/folk singer Anoushka mentions her experience opening for Ben Howard, a Brit Award winner, providing her with unexpected opportunities.
Frizzell D'Souza, a pop artist from Bangalore, sees the influence of foreign acts starting from humble beginnings inspiring Indian audiences and artists alike.
Furthermore, there is potential for cultural exchange, as reflected by rapper Hanumankind's global success and collaborations.
While the influx of international acts brings advantages, artists like Frizzell and Anumita raise concerns about potential challenges such as audience preferences for bigger artists.
They also view it as an opportunity for smaller artists to raise their standards and gain visibility.
Peony Hirwani, a music journalist at Rolling Stone India, emphasizes the importance of enhancing infrastructure to attract top-tier artists like Taylor Swift and Beyonce, who have yet to perform in India.
In summary, the increasing presence of global music icons in India promises both opportunities and challenges for the local music scene, urging stakeholders to focus on enhancing infrastructure and supporting emerging talent.