Here’s Why Pop Star Rihanna Has Returned To India After Ambani Wedding

Rihanna was seen arriving at Mumbai's private airport, and many videos of her quickly grabbed attention online and went viral instantly.

By Meghna Rajpal Updated April 24, 2026 11:17 AM

Here’s Why Pop Star Rihanna Has Returned To India After Ambani Wedding

Famous pop star Rihanna has once again landed in Mumbai, India, on Thursday, April 23. The singer had previously come to Jamnagar to perform at the pre-wedding festivities of billionaire Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant. The singer looked happy to be back this year and acknowledged the paps as they greeted her with cheers of “Riri.” She waved back at them and even gave them a flying kiss.

Rihanna Comes To India

Rihanna was seen arriving at Mumbai’s private airport, and many videos of her quickly grabbed attention online and went viral instantly. She was seen in a comfortable all-black outfit, carrying a bag and some sunglasses. The singer who recently welcomed her third child, a baby girl, greeted the paparazzi as she made her way to the car. In one viral video, she was seen recording the crowd surrounding her arrival, gathered around her car.

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This surprise return of Rihanna made everyone online curious about what brought her back this time. They started asking what wedding she would be performing at this time. One user commented, “@rihanna why are you in India?????????? 5 hours away from me…….WHERE ARE YOU GOING? SOMEONE TELL ME.” Reportedly, the star has come to the country in regard to her famous beauty brand called Fenty Beauty. There’s an event called Fenty Beauty Ki Haveli, which reportedly marks the inauguration of her beauty line’s latest launch for its inclusive shades.

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For the unversed, this is not her first time in India. In 2024, the singer came to Jamnagar to perform for the Amanis. She sang some of her famous songs like ‘Rude Boy,’ ‘Diamonds,’ and ‘Wild Things.’ After her performance, she was seen mingling with stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Janhvi Kapoor in the crowd.

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First Published: April 24, 2026 11:17 AM

Meghna Rajpal

Patriarchy's worst nightmare (with a cute smile). An introvert walking around with Bollywood Music in the background who will avoid meeting you in public. I write about pop culture, fashion, and everything controversial.