If I Don’t Have Her Blessings, The Show Doesn’t Work”: Shaan Remembers His Late Mother on Komal Nahta’s Podcast
Playback singer Shaan featured on Komal Nahta's 'Game Changers: The Music Series', opening up about his pre-show rituals, his deep connection with his late mother, and how her blessings influence his live performances.
Renowned playback singer Shaan recently appeared as a guest on trade analyst Komal Nahta’s podcast, Game Changers: The Music Series, where he discussed his decades-long career, artistic influences, and personal reflections on faith and family.
During the episode, the singer spoke candidly about the loss of his mother in 2022 and how her memory continues to shape his live performance routine. Shaan revealed that seeking his mother's blessings before stepping onto the stage has become a vital pre-show ritual, noting that on the rare occasions he forgot due to last-minute backstage preparations, the shows felt perceptibly off.
While acknowledging that some might view his pre-show routine as superstition, Shaan explained that taking a quiet moment to pray and seek his mother's spiritual guidance brings him focus and emotional clarity. For the singer, this ritual remains an essential anchor amid the hectic demands of live tours and concert productions.
Komal Nahta’s latest season of Game Changers: The Music Series focuses on veterans of the Indian music industry, documenting the personal journeys, creative struggles, and unseen stories of prominent vocalists and composers.
With a career spanning hits across Pop, Hindi playback, and regional cinema, Shaan continues to be a prominent voice in the Indian music industry. The complete episode featuring his conversation with Komal Nahta is currently streaming on the official Game Changers YouTube channel.
