Salim-Sulaiman’s Performance Dazzles BU In Style
Times of Bennett | Updated: Feb 17, 2025 19:59
By Aarya Ambar
Greater Noida: Day two ofUphoria 2025, Bennett University ’s Annual Cultural Fest, ended on a high note with a mesmerising performance by the veteran duo- Salim Merchant and Sulaiman Merchant . Their electrifying performance captivated the audience and was the perfect way to conclude the celebrations.
The evening began with an opening act by Anupam Live that energised the crowd as they waited in anticipation for Salim-Sulaiman to make an appearance. The duo started the night with a bang with the song Kurbaan Hua, followed by soulful renditions ofShukran Allah and their other top hits. Accompanied by their talented team members- Raj Pandit , Aabhas Joshi and Manya Narang- they delivered a high-energy performance, captivating the audience with their mesmerising vocals and stage presence.
Afreen Sheriff, a second-year BA liberal arts student, said, “I enjoyed every second of their performance. My favourite song was Fashion ka Jalwa because when I was young, I loved dancing to this, and now listening to them performing it live was an experience that I can’t describe in words”. The students of Bennett University danced and sang along with their peers, captivated by the electrifying beats of the performance. The power-packed performances of the artists combined with the band’s live music created an atmosphere filled with excitement and pure musical delight.
The performance ended on an emotional note as Salim talked about taking pride in being an Indian and encouraged the crowd to join and sing along as the duo closed their set with their iconic anthem- Chak De India. The electrifying performance by Salim-Sulaiman, coupled with feelings of patriotism, was the perfect way to culminate Day 2 of Uphoria 2025, making it an unforgettable experience for one and all. Bennett University’s Annual Cultural Fest 2025 has set the bar to an all-time high by giving the students a surreal experience which they would cherish for times to come.
Greater Noida: Day two of
The evening began with an opening act by Anupam Live that energised the crowd as they waited in anticipation for Salim-Sulaiman to make an appearance. The duo started the night with a bang with the song Kurbaan Hua, followed by soulful renditions of
Afreen Sheriff, a second-year BA liberal arts student, said, “I enjoyed every second of their performance. My favourite song was Fashion ka Jalwa because when I was young, I loved dancing to this, and now listening to them performing it live was an experience that I can’t describe in words”. The students of Bennett University danced and sang along with their peers, captivated by the electrifying beats of the performance. The power-packed performances of the artists combined with the band’s live music created an atmosphere filled with excitement and pure musical delight.
The performance ended on an emotional note as Salim talked about taking pride in being an Indian and encouraged the crowd to join and sing along as the duo closed their set with their iconic anthem- Chak De India. The electrifying performance by Salim-Sulaiman, coupled with feelings of patriotism, was the perfect way to culminate Day 2 of Uphoria 2025, making it an unforgettable experience for one and all. Bennett University’s Annual Cultural Fest 2025 has set the bar to an all-time high by giving the students a surreal experience which they would cherish for times to come.
