Shaan’s moment of pride as sons Maahi and Soham take the spotlight

Shaan’s sons, Maahi and Soham are in the limelight with their recently released video single ‘Jadugari’

At Cannes 2024, India had several moments in the sun. Filmmaker Payal Kapadia garnered significant attention and accolades for her film, All We Imagine As Light. Also, at the Bharat Parv event, playback singer Shaan took pride in introducing three emerging pop stars, including his 18-year-old son, Maahi, to the audience.

The talented teenager who debuted with his video single ‘Sorry’ early this year, has come out with his second single, ‘Jaadugari’ produced by his older brother, Soham. Unperturbed by the scale of the forum, the teenager impressed the audience with his performance, and the family cherished every moment.

After returning to Mumbai, Shaan, Maahi, and Soham joined a video call to share their Cannes experience, bond over music, and reflect on their journeys. Their conversation was filled with laughter, memories, and a deep appreciation for the time spent together as a family.

Shaan, sandwiched between his sons to fit into the frame, says, “Soham graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles, which was a proud moment for us as parents. We first had the joy of witnessing his graduation ceremony and were thrilled to see Maahi’s first international performance. It has been a wonderful and memorable year for our family.”

Maahi describes his experience at Cannes as “incredible”. “The opportunity was mind-blowing. I have to admit that I was a bit nervous at first. But having the support of my family helped calm those nerves. Cannes is such a special place, filled with people who appreciate art in all its forms. It was an amazing experience to be there.”

For Soham, producing ‘Jadugari’ was special mainly because it involved his brother, Mahi. He says, “Typically, my production work is quite solitary, following artiste briefs and creating music accordingly. However, this project was different. Having Mahi involved added a personal touch that elevated the entire process. His input and our shared creativity made the production feel incredibly organic and effortless, alongside composer Sudan Bhosle,” adding, “It’s a project that holds a special place for both of us, not just as artistes, but as brothers creating something meaningful together.”

Shaan’s album Tanha Dil, released in the late 1990s, was a significant milestone in his career, marking his rise as a prominent pop star in the Indian music scene. Could the song ‘Sorry’ be considered the breakthrough track for Maahi? He is hesitant to make such a comparison. While acknowledging that ‘Sorry’ might be a step towards achieving such success, Maahi does not see ‘Sorry’ as equal to ‘Tanha Dil’ at this point. “My priority is to consistently release more music and connect with my audience through quality”.