{
  "id": 13730111,
  "title": "4 years after death, Sidhu Moosewala's hologram show debuts in Canada; song nears 900 million views on YouTube",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/4-years-after-death-sidhu-moosewalas-hologram-show-debuts-in-canada",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T13:42:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Live Mint",
    "slug": "live-mint",
    "url": "https://www.livemint.com/news/trends/4-years-after-death-sidhu-moosewalas-hologram-show-debuts-in-canada-song-nears-900-million-views-on-youtube-11791724549785.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Four years after his untimely demise, the hologram performance of Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala made its debut in Canada. This innovative presentation of the late artist's hit song \"295\" was showcased in Toronto, utilizing advanced 3D holography technology to simulate Moosewala's presence on stage. The showcase, part of the \"Signed to God World Tour,\" was a resounding success, drawing a large crowd to Toronto and anticipated to draw similar enthusiasm in Vancouver, Calgary, New York, Houston, and Oakland.\n\nThe event was attended by Moosewala's parents, Balkaur Singh and Charan Kaur, and his younger brother, Shubhdeep, who performed the singer's trademark thapi gesture as a tribute. Balkaur Singh, while voicing his family's long-standing quest for justice, reaffirmed his commitment to fighting for it, stating, \"To get justice, we need power, for which I am again fighting.\"\n\nIn the aftermath of his tragic murder on May 22, 2022, 17 songs have been released in honor of the late artist, with more slated to follow. The allure of Moosewala's music continues unabated, with his song \"295\" amassing nearly 900 million views and 12 million likes on his YouTube channel following his death. The hologram technology employed for the show projected a 3D image of Moosewala performing to his original vocals, complete with synchronized live lighting, sound, and stage effects, offering fans a visceral and genuine connection to the artist's legacy.",
  "summary": "The song has garnered nearly 900 million views and 12 million likes on his YouTube channel. The opening ceremony of Moosewala's hologram concert was attended by his parents.",
  "key_points": [
    "Sidhu Moosewala's hologram debut in Canada four years after his death.",
    "Moosewala's hit song '295' nears 900 million views on YouTube.",
    "Family and brother attended the Toronto hologram performance tribute."
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}