British pop sensation Ed Sheeran has once again melted hearts across India – and this time, not just with his chart-topping songs, but with his unabashed love for Hindi and Telugu movies.
In a delightful revelation on social media, Sheeran confessed: “I watch loads of Bollywood and Tollywood movies. No one makes movies like that. I love it.”
This revelation came when the Shape of You hitmaker responded to a fan who couldn’t believe he’d watched Aashiqui 2, the film that made him a die-hard fan of Indian singer Arijit Singh.
Sheeran’s admission quickly turned him into an honorary Indian, with amused netizens affectionately renaming him “Edwinder Singh”, “Ed Sharma” and even “Ed Shreeram”, reported The Mint. Many joked he deserves an Aadhaar (national identity) card for how deeply he connects with Indian culture.
The Grammy-winning singer’s bond with India goes beyond movies. His latest hit, Sapphire, is a collaboration with none other than Arijit himself – the very singer Sheeran first discovered through the Aashiqui 2 Tum Hi Ho.
Their musical partnership has captivated millions, blending Sheeran’s signature sound with soulful Punjabi and Hindi lyrics, reported India Today.
Fans were even more thrilled when Bollywood royalty Shah Rukh Khan made a surprise cameo mouthing “Sapphire” in the music video, which has already clocked over 21 million views.
In behind-the-scenes glimpses shared by Ed on Instagram, he can be seen exploring Arijit’s hometown of Murshidabad in West Bengal on a scooter and an auto-rickshaw, soaking up local colours and warmth.
In his post, he reminisced about being “spellbound” by Arijit’s voice and revealed how a backstage jam session sparked the creation of Sapphire.
Many Indian fans praised Sheeran’s genuine affection for Indian culture. One fan wrote: “Ed actually loves India – he even knows the difference between Bollywood and Tollywood!”
Others, however, remained sceptical, wondering if celebrities sometimes praise India purely for its massive market.
For now, the love appears mutual. With his heartfelt confessions, Indian nicknames and an Arijit collaboration that features a surprise Shah Rukh moment, “Edwinder Singh” has proven he’s more than just a visitor – he’s a fan at heart. And India couldn’t love him more for it.
