‘TMC’ Shah Rukh Khan, Arijit Singh? Ed Sheeran’s new song has internet in splits
Ed Sheeran's 'Sapphire' music video shows a fusion of Western pop and Punjabi beats with appearances by Shah Rukh Khan and Arijit Singh. Shot in India, it offers a cultural journey and is the third single from his upcoming album, Play, set for release on September 12.
Global pop icon Ed Sheeran has released the music video for his new single ‘Sapphire’, and fans around the world - especially in India - are loving every second of it. Described as a cross-cultural fusion, the track combines Western pop with Punjabi beats, and features two of India’s biggest names: Bollywood legend Shah Rukh Khan and celebrated singer Arijit Singh.
In the video, Shah Rukh is seen singing along joyfully with Sheeran, while Arijit delivers a soulful Punjabi verse. Sheeran had previously teased that Arijit helped him with the lyrics, but fans were thrilled to find out he actually sings on the track too.
A Journey Through India
Shot entirely in India, the video takes viewers on a vibrant visual tour — from the majestic sets of Baahubali to the streets of Kolkata and Hyderabad. Sheeran is seen travelling on local buses, dancing with locals, enjoying café moments, and standing quietly by the Hooghly river. Filmed in a point-of-view style, the video gives fans the feeling of being on the journey with him.
Internet Goes Wild Over the Details
Fans on social media are having fun spotting tiny, unexpected background elements. One user joked about a Trinamool Congress (TMC) logo appearing in a frame, saying, “Bro, TMC wall paint in Ed’s song 😂😭”. Others spotted flower wall art and caf signs, excited that their city or culture made it into the video — even in small ways.
Sapphire is the third single from Sheeran’s upcoming album Play, which releases on 12 September. After songs like Azizam and Old Phone, Sapphire stands out as his most heartfelt global tribute yet.