DUBAI: As Pakistan celebrates its 70th Independence Day, one group of Indian singers is attempting to soothe tensions between the two countries with an a capella rendition of the Pakistani national anthem.
Posted on YouTube last week by a group of singers known as Voxchord, the song has gone viral and has gained praise from both the Indian and Pakistani media.
Pakistani newspaper Dawn said: “The surprise offering comes just days before Aug 14 and features the singers in a monochrome video. Free of any instruments, the song is quite a treat to listen to.”
The two-minute video begins with members of the group holding up placards that read: “This Independence Day, we’d like to dedicate a song to our neighbors. A song about faith, pride and grandeur, of power, progress and perfection.”
Many Twitter users praised the music video.
“What a beautiful and moving gesture,” one Twitter user said.
What a beautiful and moving gesture. acappella group sings national anthem as Independence Day gift
— beena sarwar (@beenasarwar)
“Our Indian brethren’s dedication to us, singing Pakistan’s national anthem. Towards peace. Convergence. Love,” another wrote.
Our Indian brethren's dedication to us- singing Pakistan's national anthem. Towards peace. Convergence. Love.
— Ayesha (@Ayeshaspeaksnow)
