LONDON: The legacy of the late Qawwali maestro Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan continues to echo throughout generations, as his 20-year-old grandson Shah Zaman Ali Khan left 1000’s mesmerized together with his soul stirring performances throughout a sequence of sold-out concert events throughout the UK.
Performing alongside his father, the globally famend Sufi and Qawwali singer Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Shah Zaman captivated audiences in Birmingham, London, and Manchester, evoking highly effective reminiscences of his legendary grandfather’s voice. The spotlight of the
“Legacy of the Khans 2025” tour was a record-breaking present at London’s OVO Enviornment Wembley, the place practically 12,000 followers gathered for an unforgettable musical night.
Returning to the UK stage after a two-year hiatus, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan delivered certainly one of his most memorable performances but, reaffirming his stature because the reigning king of Sufi music.
The London present stood out not just for its sheer scale however for Shah Zaman’s extremely anticipated debut on the iconic venue. Performing 5 solo Qawwalis, Shah Zaman drew standing ovations from the group, lots of whom in contrast his vocal tone and elegance to that of Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.
The younger singer additionally carried out the OST of ARY Digital’s drama “Bismil”, which despatched ripples of pleasure by means of the viewers, prompting cheers, applause, and emotional reactions.
Talking to ARY Information, Shah Zaman mentioned he was “very humbled and honoured” to obtain the superb response from the viewers.
Rahat additionally expressed his gratitude to the tour organiser Vijay Bhola, the person behind the profitable execution of the UK leg of the tour. Proper after the present in an unique interview with this correspondent, Rahat mentioned: “Shah Zaman is simply 20. The overwhelming response and recognition he’s receiving—I pray he stays humble and targeted. I want he turns into the Einstein of his subject.”
Vijay Bhola, founding father of Rock On Music, praised Rahat’s artistry, saying, “He carries ahead the musical legacy of Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan with immense grace. Tonight was a celebration of that legacy, and Rahat as soon as once more gained the hearts of music lovers throughout the UK.”
The tour additionally featured performances from singer Ammar Baig, son of celebrated Pakistani vocalist Waris Baig, in each London and Manchester. His presence added one other layer of generational expertise to the stage, which the viewers warmly appreciated.
Notable figures within the crowd, together with businessmen Munir Hussain, Suleman Raza, and rising youth icons Aaryan Saeedi and Shayaan Saeedi, expressed their admiration for Shah Zaman’s potential. “His voice reminds us of Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. We’re assured Shah Zaman will change into an enormous title on the earth of Qawwali,” they mentioned.
With the UK tour now concluded, Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is about to carry out subsequent in Spain, persevering with his journey of bringing Sufi and Qawwali music to international audiences.