Recently, a viral video on social media claimed that pop sensation Taylor Swift performed at a private wedding in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
The videos, which showed a blonde performer resembling Swift singing on stage, quickly gained traction with captions stating it was for an exclusive event hosted by the Ambani family.
Given the Ambanis’ reputation for hosting extravagant events, including performances by international superstars like Rihanna, Justin Bieber, and Katy Perry, many were quick to assume the performance was part of a high-profile wedding celebration. But was it really Taylor Swift?
Here’s the truth behind the viral claim, and who was really performing at the wedding.
The Claim: Taylor Swift Performs at an Indian Wedding
Over the weekend, several grainy videos surfaced on platforms like Instagram and Twitter, featuring a performer on stage who closely resembled Taylor Swift. The captions accompanying the posts read:
“OMG, Taylor Swift in Jamnagar 😭✨ An unforgettable evening as the Ambani family welcomed Taylor Swift for a special performance.”
This sparked massive excitement among fans, especially in India, where Swift has never performed, making it a highly anticipated moment for her fanbase (or Swifties).
The Reality: It Wasn’t Taylor Swift
However, after further investigation, it became clear that the performer in the video was not Taylor Swift, but rather Ashley Leechin, a well-known Taylor Swift doppelganger. Ashley has gained significant popularity on social media for her striking resemblance to Swift and has performed as a lookalike Taylor Swift at events around the world, including in the United States and abroad.
A quick reverse image search confirmed the performer’s identity as Ashley Leechin. The event in question wasn’t an Ambani celebration either but rather the wedding of Ahana Raheja and Yash Patel, two business heirs from Gujarat.
How the Confusion Started
Given the sparkling stage outfit, the blonde hair, and the performer’s overall presence, it’s no surprise that the crowd and social media users were convinced that the real Taylor Swift had performed at the event. Stylist and fashion commentator Nishtha Gandhi took to Instagram to clear up the confusion, saying,
“Wait, did Taylor Swift just perform at an Indian wedding?! The internet LOST it when videos from Ahana Raheja and Yash Patel’s wedding in Jamnagar started circulating… and honestly? I don’t blame anyone for believing it. The sparkling stage outfit. The hair. The presence. But here’s what nobody saw coming: this isn’t Taylor Swift. This is Ashley Leechin, Taylor’s doppelganger, and she had an entire wedding crowd (and half of Instagram) completely fooled.”
Taylor Swift’s Absence in India
To set the record straight, Taylor Swift has never performed in India—neither at a concert nor a private event. Despite a massive fan following in the country, Swift’s world tours have never included India, much to the dismay of her desi Swifties. There has been no indication from Swift’s team whether she plans to add India to her tour schedule in the future, though the recent viral video has certainly sparked hope among fans.
While the idea of Taylor Swift performing at an extravagant Indian wedding was exciting for many, the viral videos circulating online actually feature Ashley Leechin, a talented doppelganger. The event was not hosted by the Ambani family but was a high-profile wedding of Ahana Raheja and Yash Patel in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
As of now, Taylor Swift has not performed in India, and her fans will have to wait and see if she ever makes her long-awaited debut on Indian soil.
