Singer Rekha Bhardwaj recently faced an unexpected interruption during her live concert in Bhopal when a burst of fireworks went off mid-performance. A video of the moment, shared by the Instagram handle Amazing_Bhopal AB, has since gone viral — not just for the mishap, but for Rekha’s calm and composed reaction.
The clip opens with Rekha soulfully singing her classic Lambi Judai, when the loud fireworks suddenly erupt in the background. Taken aback, she pauses, closes her eyes, and then remarks, “Yeh patakkhe bohot unmusical hai. Bohot galat waqt pe gaye hai (These fireworks are very unmusical. They went off at a very wrong time).”
Despite the disruption, Rekha kept her cool. She didn’t lash out or walk off stage. Instead, she waited patiently, mic in hand, glancing around with a smile. Expressing concern for nearby residents, she added, “Bichare jo so gaye honge aas paas, unko takleef hogi (Those who might be sleeping nearby must be disturbed).”
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Eventually, she addressed the organisers directly: “Can we please stop this? Yeh jo patakkhe. Bohot ho gaya (These fireworks. Enough now).” As the noise died down, she resumed singing — picking up the melody with precision, much to the delight of the cheering audience.
Fans flooded the comments section with praise for her composed demeanor. “She was so calm and patient. Legend for a reason,” wrote one. Another user said, “Grace isn’t always in silence — it’s in how one continues despite the noise. Rekha ji, a lesson in composure.” Many were impressed that she didn’t lose the rhythm or the emotional thread of the song.
Rekha Bhardwaj is known for her emotive voice and timeless hits such as Namak Ishq Ka, Kabira, Genda Phool, Teri Fariyad, and Phir Le Aya Dil. This recent moment of unshaken poise under pressure simply reaffirmed why she remains one of India’s most respected voices.