Katy Perry to headline music fest in Mumbai

A treat for Katy Perry's fans in India. The singer will be seen performing at the inaugural OnePlus Music Festival in Mumbai.

Mumbai: Singer Katy Perry is gearing up to headline the inaugural OnePlus Music Festival in her first-ever performance in Mumbai on November 16.

"I am so happy to be returning to India and excited to headline my first-ever performance in Mumbai. I am looking forward to seeing and singing with all of my Indian KatyCats at the OnePlus Music Festival," said Katy, who had married comedian-actor Russell Brand in Rajasthan in 2010. The couple later parted ways.

Carl Pei, Co-founder of OnePlus said, "We are super excited that Katy Perry will be starring in our first-ever OnePlus Music Festival in India. We decided to host this festival to share our passion for music with our community, which is at the heart of everything we do. With Katy on board, this is sure to be a one-of-a-kind experience."

Devraj Sanyal, Managing Director and CEO, Universal Music Group and India and South Asia added, "Katy is a not only a massive global pop superstar with a big Indian fan base but is someone who has been relevant for some time now, starting with Teenage Dream to Prism and Witness, and now her newest singles Never really over and Small talk.

"Her songs have been legends for her Indian fans and they can't wait to see her perform in Mumbai."

According to a source, singer Dua Lipa will also be performing at the event.

From IANS inputs.