The Ambani family’s celebration of Anant Ambani’s birthday has drawn attention after singer and BJP MLA Maithili Thakur was invited to perform at the special occasion.
Rather than a top-tier international celebrity or Bollywood or Hollywood singer, the family opted for Maithili Thakur to perform in a devotional music concert. The choice has received interest online as the Indian artist and traditional devotional music would be appreciated at a family celebration.
Maithili Thakur is well known for her folk and devotional songs and has built an audience for her music. Her singing style and connection to Indian folk traditions have helped her to gain popularity among the country’s people.
Maithili performed bhajans during the celebrations, and it was a lively and spiritual atmosphere. The performance became one of the highlights of the birthday celebration as the Ambani family was seen dancing to it.
Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani and Isha Ambani were seen taking part in the celebrations. Members of the family didn’t just watch the performance; they danced and enjoyed the bhajans.
Ambani's are different!!
— Rohit (@Iam_Rohit_G) August 20, 2026
On the occassion of Anant Ambani's bday, the Ambani Family Invited Maithli Thakur to perform!!
They could have invited any hollywood Star and Singers but they chose Talented Maithli who is also a BJP MLA from Bihar..
Once Maithli Started her… pic.twitter.com/ITnqPGRFD2
Images and videos from the occasion have received a lot of attention on social media because of the differences between the scale of an Ambani family celebration and the traditional character of the performance.
Maithili Thakur is also highlighted by supporters as an example of giving a platform to Indian talent. The Ambani family could have chosen performers from the international entertainment industry for such a high-profile occasion, but the decision to feature an Indian folk and devotional singer has been welcomed by many viewers.
Maithili’s performance also shows the increasing popularity of regional and traditional Indian music across the country. Folk music and bhajans have increasingly become part of modern-day entertainment at major public and private celebrations.
The atmosphere was particularly lively once Maithili began her performance. The Ambani family was also included in the celebrations, and dancing to devotional music quickly became a topic of conversation.
Anant Ambani’s celebrations have always attracted attention for their grand scale and star-studded guest lists. But Maithili Thakur and the emphasis on bhajans brought an Indian cultural touch to the event.
The performance also put devotional music beyond some traditional religious contexts in the spotlight. The bhajans were part of the celebratory atmosphere (and not just a formal musical performance) as a large audience enjoyed the music together.
Maithili Thakur’s performance before one of India's most influential business families is another of those moments in the public eye for her. From folk music to becoming a political figure and performing at events has attracted a lot of public attention.
The Ambani family’s enthusiastic response to the performance added to that. Mukesh and Nita Ambani, together with Isha Ambani, were seen participating in the music and in the party, creating a warm and festive atmosphere.
The viral response to the performance shows how traditional Indian music can become a major attraction even at high-profile celebrations. The combination of a prominent family, a popular young performer, and devotional music has made the birthday celebration a widely discussed moment online.
