Accompanied by his 7-year-old grandson, Mahindra visited Dadar Parsi Colony, a key area in Mumbai’s Parsi community. This is where the legendary Freddie Mercury, born Farrokh Bulsara, would spend his holidays, taking a break from his strict boarding school, St. Peter’s in Panchgani.
The highlight of the trip was meeting with Freddie’s nephew, Jangir. A walk through the singer’s old stomping ground, coupled with a glimpse into his personal belongings – like the vintage record player now repurposed as a cabinet – was like stepping into a time capsule.
Born to Parsi-Indian parents in 1946, Freddie Mercury’s journey from Mumbai to global stardom is nothing short of legendary. He received worldwide fame as the lead vocalist and pianist of the rock band ‘Queen’. His flamboyant stage presence, coupled with a voice that could shake stadiums, made him a global icon. Hits like “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “We Are the Champions,” and “Killer Queen” are anthems that continue to resonate decades after his untimely death from AIDS-related illnesses in 1991.
Mahindra’s social media post filled with pictures and heartfelt captions has sent the internet into a frenzy. Fans are swooning over the unlikely pairing of a corporate giant and a rock legend.