Uorfi Javed Supports Jasleen Royal As She Faces Backlash For Coldplay's Opening Segment

Singer Jasleen Royal became the first Indian artist to open for Coldplay during the band's highly anticipated concerts in Mumbai. She performed the opening act on January 18 and 19 at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium. She received praise from the audience, however, some concert-goers felt that the singer was an 'absolute mismatch' for the opening act at the concert.

Uorfi Javed Supports Jasleen Royal:

Now, Uorfi Javed came out in support of the singer and said it is a 'big deal' that Jasleen got an opportunity to share the stage with Coldplay. Taking to her Instagram, she wrote, "I really believe in uplifting and supporting our own talent. I want to say that it's a BIG DEAL that Jasleen got to share the stage with a band like Coldplay… The fact that Jasleen Royal was given this opportunity itself (without any backing) proves her hard work and talent."

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She added, "She is such a gifted artist. We have all loved her work all these years. Let's encourage and applaud our artists… I've got your back, girl."

The video of Jasleen's performance from the concert is going viral on social media. And netizens have mixed reactions to it. Criticizing her a user wrote, "Pathetic!! Coldplay has lowered their standards by calling her!!"

Here's What Netizens Have to Say:

Appreciating her a user wrote, "Felt so proud to see you do your magic tonight on stage Jasleen! Your set and your band were...and of course your ft. In WE PRAY. Thank you for this beautiful time and thank you for inspiring me with your music." Another commented, "Our prayers answered too @jasleenroyal - this is a recognition of a voice which is soo distinct that it is always the chosen one.. when the connection is of hearts..."

Amidst this, music composer Vishal Dadlani shared a cryptic note, which was apparently subtle jibe at Jasleen.

Vishal Dadlani's Cryptic Note

Dadlani wrote on his Instagram Story: "I'm really sorry, but when you put a basic-to-bad singer in front of a large crowd on a large stage, all you're doing is showing more people that the individual can't really sing, and that sadly, systems within labels in India aren't geared towards really promoting the best we have. I've just seen some clips, and my gosh… How embarrassing! For the Country, the artiste, the public, as well as 'the scene.'"