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Artiste First releases “Khwaab” music video
Mumbai: Artiste First has announced a monumental milestone in their musical journey: “Ishq” has surpassed 100 million streams, 150 million YouTube views, 500 million plus streams on Tik Tok and one billion Instagram audio plays. To mark this special occasion, Artiste First are excited to release the music video for “Khwaab,” a standout track from their acclaimed album, Lost; Found by Faheem Abdullah. This release coincides with the album’s two-month anniversary, which has captivated audiences with its 14 personal and evocative tracks.
“Khwaab” sung by Faheem and Pho beautifully captures the feeling of unrequited love, taking listeners on a heartfelt journey of dealing with emotions that are not returned. This nostalgic rock song, featuring the soulful voices of Faheem Abdullah and Pho, invites listeners to reflect on the bittersweet nature of love.
Faheem Abdullah shared, “Reaching two billion streams for ‘Ishq’ is more than just a number; it shows the strong connection we have with our listeners. ‘Khwaab’ reflects emotions we all feel, and I’m excited for everyone to watch the video.”
Pho added, “I am so happy for the love for ‘Ishq’ and can’t wait for fans to see the story in ‘Khwaab.’ This song is for anyone who has ever loved deeply and felt that love not returned.”
Artiste First curator Rohit Sobti expressed, “Lost: Found is our first curated album from scratch release as label with Faheem and very happy with the love of audience for Ishq & Lost; Found and giving few robust artiste to Industry with Faheem Abdullah, Amir Ameer and Rauhaan Mallick and presenting other rockstars. Khwaab is one the most favorite tracks of the team and audience and we wonder what better way to celebrate by releasing its beautiful music video. It is shot by a young Oun Mehdi and Imbesaat and we are excited to present to you.”
The Lost; Found album represents a journey from feeling “Lost” to being “Found,” symbolised by the semicolon—a pause for self-reflection and discovery. This album features various artists and styles, with each song telling a unique story and offering listeners a chance to heal through music.
Gaming
Formula 1 and Mumbai Falcons launch India’s first official F1 sim racing championship
Nationwide competition creates pathway from virtual racing to pro motorsport
MUMBAI: Formula 1 has teamed up with Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited to launch India’s first officially sanctioned F1 sim racing competition, marking a new step in the country’s growing motorsport ecosystem.
The championship, titled F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026, will offer a structured national platform for sim racers, with participants competing on the official F1 25 across multiple stages. The competition will begin with online qualifiers, followed by city-based simulator rounds, before culminating in a national final in Mumbai this November.
Open to players across PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox, registrations for the event will begin on 30 April via the Mumbai Falcons app. The format mirrors real-world racing, featuring official circuits, team liveries and competitive structures aligned with the global series.
Formula 1 driver Narain Karthikeyan said the initiative arrives at a time when interest in the sport is surging in India, adding that a structured sim racing platform could help identify and nurture the next generation of talent.
Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited managing director Ameet Gadhoke noted that the championship aligns with the team’s long-term goal of building a strong motorsport pipeline in the country and placing Indian talent on the global stage.
The launch also reflects broader momentum in esports, especially after its recognition under India’s Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025. By bridging gaming and real-world racing, the initiative aims to offer aspiring drivers a credible entry point into professional motorsport.
With interest in Formula 1 steadily rising and conversations around its return to India gaining pace, the new championship could become a proving ground for future racing stars.
