Coldplay’s frontman, Chris Martin, delighted fans with an unexpected comedic moment during their final Mumbai concert at DY Patil Stadium on January 21. Pausing midway through the performance, Martin claimed to have received a letter from “Jasprit Bumrah’s lawyers,” which he dramatically read aloud to the crowd.
Apologizing for the interruption, Martin said, “I’m so sorry, but I have to read out a letter from Jasprit Bumrah’s lawyer. I have to read it because otherwise, we could be sent to prison and wouldn’t be able to perform in Ahmedabad.” The audience erupted with laughter as he continued to read the letter, which humorously accused the band of mentioning Bumrah without permission during their previous shows.
The letter, written in an exaggerated tone, jokingly warned Coldplay against further mentions of the cricketer, stating, “Who do you think you are, you stupid Englishman? Mr. Jasprit Bumrah is the greatest bowler in the whole wide world, and you are just a silly singer.” The playful moment showcased Martin’s trademark humor and added a memorable highlight to the night.
Fans appreciated the lighthearted reference to Jasprit Bumrah, one of India’s cricketing icons, as it resonated with the audience and demonstrated Coldplay’s effort to connect with their Indian fans.