LAHORE: Renowned Pakistani singers Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Atif Aslam rank among the world’s most popular music stars, celebrated for their electrifying concerts and exclusive performances at high-profile wedding events.
Both artists have delivered numerous chart-topping songs for the Indian film industry, earning global acclaim and commanding premium performance fees.
The two singers recently performed at the wedding of Ayesha Talpur, daughter of Faryal Talpur, an event that attracted widespread attention on social media.
At the special request of distinguished guests, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Atif Aslam performed their iconic hits, turning the celebration into a memorable musical evening.
During a recent television programme, a senior anchorperson disclosed details of the artists’ wedding performance fees. According to the anchor, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan charges approximately PKR 12.5 million for a wedding performance within Pakistan. The fee increases if the event is held in another city, while overseas performances reportedly cost double the domestic rate.
The anchor further revealed that Atif Aslam previously refrained from performing at weddings, but around seven years ago, real estate tycoon Malik Riaz persuaded him to perform at his grandson’s wedding.
Atif Aslam reportedly demanded PKR 15 million to decline the offer; however, the amount was paid, marking the beginning of his wedding performances. Since then, Atif Aslam has been charging between PKR 25 to 30 million per event.
It was also disclosed that legendary Sufi singer Abida Parveen rarely performs at private events due to health reasons, but when she does, her fee ranges between USD 60,000 to 70,000. According to reports, the total cost of musical performances at the mentioned wedding was close to PKR 70 million, underscoring the lavish scale of the event.