<p>Shillong: International pop icon Ed Sheeran said Shillong is his favourite Indian city, months after performing here as part of his global '+ ' = ÷ x (Mathematics) Tour'.</p><p>"Shillong just felt very different," the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter said during a candid segment titled 'Spin the Wheel with Ed Sheeran' hosted by content creator Shabaz Says.</p><p>When asked to name his favourite place in India, Sheeran responded without hesitation: "Shillong".</p><p>On February 12, Sheeran had performed to a crowd of over 30,000 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here.</p>.Ed Sheeran shares throwback video with Shah Rukh Khan: Love this guy so much.<p>"You guys are the loudest," he had told the audience that night, but it now appears that the sentiment was more than a polite compliment.</p><p>The British artist's affection for the city did not end with the performance.</p><p>Shillong featured prominently in his music video for the chart-topping single 'Sapphire', with 27 scenes filmed in and around the hill station.</p><p>In the video, Sheeran is seen sipping local 'sha' (tea), buying fruit from roadside vendors, relaxing on a swing in Mattilang Park, and playing football with local children.</p><p>One of the most talked-about sequences shows him riding the iconic 'Bus Smit', a symbol of the city's public transport heritage.</p><p>Released earlier this year, the 'Sapphire' video has already garnered over 12 crore views on YouTube.</p><p>In the same interview, the singer spoke of India's diversity, noting how every place offered a different language, cuisine, and rhythm.</p>.30,000 fans join Ed Sheeran for night of music magic in Shillong.<p>"Shillong just felt very different," he reiterated.</p><p>A football enthusiast, Sheeran even compared the city's energy to that of a high-octane football match between Newcastle United and Plymouth County.</p><p>True to form, he also played a casual football match with local kids during his stay over ahead of his February 12 concert.</p><p>Shillong, often referred to as the 'Rock Capital of India', is also gaining recognition as an emerging sporting and football hub.</p><p>Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has frequently voiced his ambition to position it as the football capital of India.</p><p>As fans hope for his return, Sheeran's bond with Shillong continues to inspire. For now, the city proudly holds the top spot in his heart -- a rare honour from one of the world's most loved musicians.</p>
<p>Shillong: International pop icon Ed Sheeran said Shillong is his favourite Indian city, months after performing here as part of his global '+ ' = ÷ x (Mathematics) Tour'.</p><p>"Shillong just felt very different," the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter said during a candid segment titled 'Spin the Wheel with Ed Sheeran' hosted by content creator Shabaz Says.</p><p>When asked to name his favourite place in India, Sheeran responded without hesitation: "Shillong".</p><p>On February 12, Sheeran had performed to a crowd of over 30,000 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here.</p>.Ed Sheeran shares throwback video with Shah Rukh Khan: Love this guy so much.<p>"You guys are the loudest," he had told the audience that night, but it now appears that the sentiment was more than a polite compliment.</p><p>The British artist's affection for the city did not end with the performance.</p><p>Shillong featured prominently in his music video for the chart-topping single 'Sapphire', with 27 scenes filmed in and around the hill station.</p><p>In the video, Sheeran is seen sipping local 'sha' (tea), buying fruit from roadside vendors, relaxing on a swing in Mattilang Park, and playing football with local children.</p><p>One of the most talked-about sequences shows him riding the iconic 'Bus Smit', a symbol of the city's public transport heritage.</p><p>Released earlier this year, the 'Sapphire' video has already garnered over 12 crore views on YouTube.</p><p>In the same interview, the singer spoke of India's diversity, noting how every place offered a different language, cuisine, and rhythm.</p>.30,000 fans join Ed Sheeran for night of music magic in Shillong.<p>"Shillong just felt very different," he reiterated.</p><p>A football enthusiast, Sheeran even compared the city's energy to that of a high-octane football match between Newcastle United and Plymouth County.</p><p>True to form, he also played a casual football match with local kids during his stay over ahead of his February 12 concert.</p><p>Shillong, often referred to as the 'Rock Capital of India', is also gaining recognition as an emerging sporting and football hub.</p><p>Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has frequently voiced his ambition to position it as the football capital of India.</p><p>As fans hope for his return, Sheeran's bond with Shillong continues to inspire. For now, the city proudly holds the top spot in his heart -- a rare honour from one of the world's most loved musicians.</p>