Staff Reporter
Muscat, Nov 14
Indian girl group W.i.S.H. brought a burst of energy and contemporary pop to Muscat, winning over the audience with an evening of music, vibrant performances and an infectious stage presence at Musical Fiesta 2026.
Making their first live appearance not only in Oman but in the entire Middle East, the four-member group — Ri (Riya Duggal), Sim (Simran Duggal), Zo (Zoe Siddharth) and Suchi (Suchita Shirke) — gave hundreds of fans a taste of their distinctive blend of pop, R&B and soul, combining catchy melodies, strong harmonies and lively choreography.
The group's connection with the audience was evident throughout the Friday evening, as fans responded enthusiastically to the performances, sang along and cheered for the young artistes.
Their stage chemistry and individual personalities added to the appeal of the show, making it a memorable musical outing for the audience.
W.i.S.H., whose name stands for Willpower, Inspiration, Strength and Hope, is among the emerging names in India's contemporary pop scene. Formed by Dreampop Entertainment and managed by The Hello Group in India, the group is signed to Sony Music India. It made its debut in March 2024 with the single 'Lazeez', followed by its eight-track debut album, Sweetburn.
The group uses music, sisterhood and self-expression to connect with and empower a new generation of listeners.
“Adding a distinctly local flavour to the evening was Omani singer Nadeem al Balushi, who brought together Bollywood favourites and English hits,” said Binsa Chandran of Olive Tree International LLC, which organised the event.
Born and raised in Muscat, Al Balushi has built a following among Omani and expatriate audiences through his ability to perform in five languages — Arabic, Hindi, English, Punjabi and Baluchi.
A vocalist and keyboard player, Al Balushi began his musical journey at the age of 10, performing at school programmes. He subsequently formed a 7-member band before pursuing a career as a solo performer.
Over the years, he has shared the stage with artistes from India, Pakistan and Tanzania, including Bali Bharambhat, Sukhbir, Asrani, Asif Mehdi, Shana Shakeel, Bushoke and MBdog. He was also part of the musical performances at the Asian Beach Games in 2010.
The evening also featured music sets by DJ Shazee, adding to the mix of Bollywood melodies, international hits and contemporary Indian pop.
Organised by Olive Tree International LLC, Musical Fiesta 2026 brought together different musical styles and performers, offering Muscat's music lovers an opportunity to enjoy an evening that celebrated both established favourites and emerging talent.
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