Constance Prince Maurice Welcomes Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, a Living Legend of Sufi Music

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, the internationally renowned musician, visited Mauritius for a special concert and stayed at Constance Prince Maurice during his trip. Speaking to the press on Saturday, August 16, the day before his performance at the Swami Vivekananda International Conference Centre (SVICC) in Pailles, he expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the hotel for its refined hospitality and to the partners who contributed to the success of this exceptional event.

A true idol for fans of Eastern music, Pakistani Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is recognized as one of the greatest representatives and ambassadors of Sufi music. With an international career, he has performed on prestigious stages including Wembley Arena in London, the Sydney Opera House, and the Oslo Spektrum Arena during the Nobel Peace Prize Concert.

Recipient of numerous awards, he has an audience that spans the globe, gathering a loyal and devoted fan base. His arrival in Mauritius was highly anticipated by many enthusiasts, who paid tribute to the singer during his sold-out concert at SVICC that Sunday.

Like many other international personalities, the singer experienced the best in hospitality Mauritius has to offer. His stay at Constance Prince Maurice left a lasting impression, and he did not hesitate to thank the staff and management for their dedication and professionalism. This sentiment was echoed by the hotel staff, who were proud to host an iconic figure from a musical tradition passed down through generations.

The press conference was attended by Sébastien Mamet, Hotel Manager, Shailen and Ranjeeta Sookha, directors of SPELmedia, the organizing company, and Karina Virasawmy, Head of Communications and Branding at Currimjee Group, the main partner of the event. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan expressed his honor and admiration for Mauritian hospitality. "I thank the SPELmedia team for inviting me to perform in Mauritius and Constance Prince Maurice for their warm welcome. For the first time, I will have the opportunity to share the stage with my son in front of the Mauritian audience, and I am particularly proud of that. On my way to the hotel, I had the chance to listen to local music, which I really enjoyed. Mauritian artists have a lot of talent."

Welcoming such a prestigious guest reflects the group's commitment to celebrating and sharing universal cultural riches. "It is an honor to host Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan at Constance Prince Maurice. His presence reminds us how art and culture bring people together across borders. Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is highly regarded in the Middle East, and his visit highlights Mauritius and our establishments in these regions. It is a privilege to host a personality of such international stature, whose art embodies the values of authenticity, excellence, and cultural appreciation that define Constance Hotels & Resorts," stated Sébastien Mamet, Hotel Manager of Constance Prince Maurice.

The concert, which took place later that Sunday evening, was a phenomenal success. Accompanied by his full orchestra, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan blended the power of qawwali and Sufism with the enchanting melodies of Bollywood classics, featuring timeless hits like "Teri Meri." Every note, infused with deep passion and the captivating rhythms of tablas and dholaks, captivated an enthralled audience.