(Web Desk) — Pakistan’s renowned folk singer, Mai Dhai, has graced the billboard in the iconic Times Square in New York, highlighting her incredible journey from one of the most underprivileged areas of Pakistan, Tharparkar.
Mai Dhai has garnered international recognition for her unique musical style and powerful voice. Her rise to fame began in 2013 when she performed in the Lahooti Live Sessions, an initiative aimed at promoting indigenous Sufi and folk music. These performances brought her into the spotlight, showcasing her talent to a broader audience.
In March 2015, Mai Dhai participated in the SXSW Music Festival in the United States, through a collaboration between the US embassy in Pakistan and the Foundation for Arts, Culture and Education (FACE). She also performed in New York City at the Graduate Center of the City University, where she received a warm reception.
Mai Dhai gained national prominence after appearing in the eighth season of the popular Pakistani music series, Coke Studio. Her performances, including “Aankhaṛli Phaṛookai” with Karam Abbas Khan and “Kadi Ao Ni” with Atif Aslam, were critically acclaimed and beloved by viewers.
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