British pop star M.I.A has been confirmed as the first headliner for this year's BACARDI NH7 Weekender 2023. Popularly known for tracks such as 'Paper Planes,' 'Beep,' 'Bamboo Banga,' and 'XXXO,' this will be her India festival debut.
The event's diverse lineup includes global artists such as 2023 Mercury Prize winners Ezra Collective, New York-based duo MEMBA, Antwerp-based metal upstarts – BEAR, rising R&B sensation Priya Ragu and Afro pioneer Romare. Other international names include French reggae duo – Jahneration, Copenhagen-based global bass star Alo Wala, and Certified Gold electronic music producer Jai Wolf. The artists will hit the stage from December 1-3 in Pune.
Multi-award-winning artist M.I.A said, "It's about time!! I'm super happy to bring the beats and the bass, and introduce M.I.A. to a new generation of India. Finally connecting with the Indian part of my sound." Born to Sri Lankan Tamil parents as Mathangi Arulpragasam, she is mainly known by her stage name M.I.A. She was appointed an M.B.E. in 2019 for her services to the music industry.