New Delhi — The Indian music industry celebrates a historic moment as singer-actor Himesh Reshammiya becomes the first Indian artist to feature on Bloomberg’s prestigious Pop Power List. Released on Thursday, this global ranking highlights the world’s most influential pop stars, with Himesh securing the 22nd position. The list includes international icons like Post Malone, Bruno Mars, and Beyoncé at the top, showcasing the scale of global competition.
Himesh’s inclusion is not just a personal triumph but also a testament to his enduring popularity across generations. With a career spanning over two decades, the composer-singer-actor has delivered chartbusters that continue to resonate with audiences worldwide. His name alongside legends like Billie Eilish, Ed Sheeran, and Lady Gaga reflects the global reach of Indian pop culture. According to Bloomberg, the selection process for this list was highly competitive.
Fans’ Votes Propel Himesh to the Pop Power List
Nearly 120,000 people participated in this international ranking experiment. Fans worldwide voted through HYBE’s fan engagement platform, Weverse, advancing their favorite stars through competitive elimination rounds. This highlights the crucial role of community support in defining pop stardom today. Following the announcement, Himesh shared congratulatory messages from fans and industry peers on Instagram Stories.
His recent performance at the Saregama Live Campmania in Delhi reaffirmed his connection with audiences, bridging generations. On the film front, after the Campmania Tour, Himesh starred in “BADS Ravi Kumar,” a spin-off of his 2014 film “The Xpose.” While the movie didn’t make a mark at the box office, Himesh’s legacy as a boundary-pushing music producer remains intact.
