New Delhi : McDonald’s India – North and East along with MTV India, country’s leading youth entertainment brand from Viacom18, known for immersive and innovative content, is all set to release the second episode of McDonald’s i’m lovin’ it Live. The episode will feature one of India’s most celebrated Punjabi singer-composer Guru Randhawa and playback singer Nikhita Gandhi. The two musicians have come together to present a chilled-out, uplifting, groovy duet, inspired by Randhawa’s memory of his school crush. The song titled ‘Illusion’ is written and composed by Randhawa. The episode will air on April 21 at 7pm on MTV.
McDonald’s i’m lovin’ it Live with MTV’s upcoming stellar artist collaborations will include Armaan Malik with OAFF, Arjun Kanungo with Gravity, and Srushti Tawade.
The lyrics narrate Randhawa’s heartfelt recollection of his school crush where he imagines a hypothetical conversation he could never have with her, and composed in trademark Guru-style feel-good, vibe with a perfect upbeat tempo, in a duet with Nikhita Gandhi. Produced by the legendary Sanjoy Deb, the music is a masterpiece that showcases Guru’s exceptional talent as a musician. So, get ready to plug in your headphones, turn up the volume, and get lost in the magic of this new release.
The singer-duo will feature in the upcoming episode of McDonald’s i’m lovin’ it Live with MTV, a show that is all about creating feel-good moments for McDonald’s fans by connecting with them through the universal language of music. Fans can look forward to a fun-filled ride with Randhawa and Gandhi, as they engage in playful conversations, amusing games, and reveal some of the intimate facts about their lives. The show promises to be an unforgettable experience for the duo’s fans, giving them a glimpse into Guru’s memory that inspired the lyrics, the making of the duet and their journey that led to its creation. So, mark your calendars and get ready to join Guru Randhawa and Nikhita Gandhi in an evening of music, entertainment, and feel-good moments.
Talking about McDonald’s i’m lovin’ it Live and the second episode, McDonald’s India – North and East vice chairman Anant Agarwal said, “Both Guru and Nikhita are super talented and gifted singers and we are excited to have them in McDonald’s i’m lovin’ it Live. Their track is a perfect reflection of the vibe that Gen Z craves for, and the episode promises to be an exciting journey for fans to get to know the artists on a more personal level. We’re thrilled to bring together such talented artists to create a show that celebrates the universal language of music, and feel-good experiences for McDonald’s fans.”
Sharing his excitement about McDonald’s i’m lovin’ it Live and his new song, Randhawa said, “The very first thought that struck my mind after hearing about this was – Let’s do it! It was an instant yes for this exceptional collaboration, and I didn’t give it a second thought. I am extremely happy to be a part of this with my dear friend Nikhita. The track that we have worked on together – Illusion is a wonderful Punjabi post-house record, the first of its kind. So excited for the world to hear it!”
Talking about her experience with Guru on the show, Gandhi shared, ‘I’m elated to be working with Guru on this eclectic Punjabi track on’ I’m lovin’ it Live. As someone who enjoys singing English pop and jazz stuff apart from Bollywood, I was so excited to get on board with this record and fuse Guru’s classic banger Punjabi tunes to my western influences! He’s so much fun to be around and it’s weird that we only met after Naach Meri Rani on a flight back from LA. We finally got something to jam on together and I’m lovin’ it.”
Speaking on the initiative, MTV Beats programming head Merrill Sequeira said, “i’m lovin’ it Live is a one-of-its-kind creative concept that synergizes diverse musical influences and cultural nuances in an unprecedented way. We are happy to partner with McDonald’s India to create this unique musical experience that will see India’s finest musicians collaborate to create melodious compositions.”
Viacom18 business head, youth, music & English entertainment cluster Anshul Ailawadi said. “We are happy to see the concept and the show coming to life for viewers and music lovers. The genre-defying collaborations will be an unprecedented listening experience for fans who love discovering new music.”
i’m lovin’ it Live, McDonald’s flagship music IP, is brought to India by McDonald’s India – North and East along with MTV India with an aim to create feel-good moments for McDonald’s fans, connecting with them through their passion for music. McDonald’s India – North and East unveiled i’m lovin’ it Live on December 14, 2022 at a glittering event in New Delhi. The event was followed by a high-octane concert and featured electrifying performances by Harrdy Sandhu, Aastha Gill, and Shalmali Kholgade. The season’s first episode featuring Prateek Kuhad and Lisa Mishra aired on 14 April on MTV.
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