The stage was set ablaze as Shankar Mahadevan took the mic at the IPL 2025 finale. What made this performance even more special was that he was joined by his two sons, Siddharth and Shivam. As they sang their hearts out, the energy was electric. The audience was treated to a medley of patriotic songs, including “Main Rahoon Ya Na Rahoon” and “Lakshya Ko Har Haal Me Pana Hai” from the movie Lakshya.
Shankar’s sons, Siddharth and Shivam, proved to be chips off the old block, blending their voices with their father’s in perfect harmony. The trio’s rendition of A.R. Rahman’s “Maa Tujhe Salam” was particularly noteworthy, with the crowd cheering and whistling in appreciation.
But what stole the show was their performance of “Kandhon Se Milte Hain Kandhe” from the movie Lakshya, which paid tribute to the bravery of the Indian Army. As Shankar and his sons sang, their voices soared, filling the stadium with a sense of pride and patriotism.
The audience was also treated to a special performance by singer Prakriti Giri and Srinidhi, who joined Shankar and his sons on stage. The finale performance ended with a bang, with Shankar and his sons singing “Ye Desh Hai Veer Jawanon Ka” from the movie Naya Daur, leaving the crowd on its feet, cheering and applauding for more.
Shankar Mahadevan’s performance at the IPL 2025 finale was a fitting tribute to the Indian Army and a celebration of music that transcended generations. As he took his final bow, the crowd roared its approval, acknowledging the magic that had just unfolded on stage.