Rajasthani Musicians Give Shakira's Waka Waka a Desi Twist, Video Goes Viral

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News18•19-01-2026, 13:06
Rajasthani Musicians Give Shakira's Waka Waka a Desi Twist, Video Goes Viral
- •A group of Rajasthani musicians performed a traditional rendition of Shakira's iconic football anthem, "Waka Waka."
- •The musicians, dressed in traditional attire and using only traditional instruments, added local phrases like "Khamma Ghani" and "Welcome to Rajasthan" to the song.
- •The video, showing the performance inside a bus, quickly went viral, delighting internet users with its fusion of musical cultures.
- •Social media users praised the unique blend, with some humorously suggesting Shakira collaborate with the group or commenting on the "desi makeover."
- •"Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" was originally released for the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa and remains a globally recognized anthem.
Why It Matters: Rajasthani musicians' traditional rendition of Shakira's "Waka Waka" goes viral, showcasing cultural fusion.
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