{
  "id": 15577648,
  "title": "Shah Rukh Khan to launch Indian music festival UNIFYD in Abu Dhabi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/shah-rukh-khan-to-launch-indian-music-festival-unifyd-in-abu-dhabi",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-19T07:33:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/music-stage/2026/10/19/shah-rukh-khan-to-launch-indian-music-festival-unifyd-in-abu-dhabi/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan is set to inaugurate the musical extravaganza UNIFYD in Abu Dhabi next year. Prominent Indian vocalists Arijit Singh, Karan Aujla, and Sonu Nigam have been confirmed as part of the inaugural lineup. Their one-day event on March 20 at Etihad Live on Yas Island will showcase over 15 artists across multiple stages, celebrating Indian music and culture. Produced by D YAVOL Live and District, in partnership with Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism and Miral, Khan will direct and curate the festival's creative vision. Khan, who has previously hosted the IIFA Awards in Abu Dhabi, spoke about the power of music to unite people. UNIFYD will feature a diverse array of artists spanning Hindi film music, Punjabi music, and other genres, with additional performers to be announced. The festival's co-founder Bunty Singh highlighted the global reach of Indian music and the unique opportunity the festival presents. Tickets will be accessible exclusively through the District app, with general sale commencing on October 20 at 10:30am; ticket prices remain undisclosed at this time.",
  "summary": "Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is launching a new music festival, UNIFYD, to be held in Abu Dhabi next year. Top Indian singers Arijit Singh, Karan Aujla and Sonu Nigam are among the first names announced on the line-up. The inaugural event is to take place on March 20 at Etihad Live on Yas Island. It is to bring together more than 15 artists across several stages for a one-day programme…",
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        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "Shah Rukh Khan to launch Indian music festival UNIFYD in Abu Dhabi",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/shah-rukh-khan-to-launch-indian-music-festival-unifyd-in-abu-dhabi-15582489",
        "published": "2026-10-19T07:33:43.000Z"
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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."
}