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Rihanna makes surprise arrival in India: Here’s why

Rihanna lands in India for special event

Ariha Fatimah Arain

April 23, 2026

Rihanna makes surprise arrival in India: Here’s why

Rihanna lands in India for special event

Barbadian singer Rihanna has made a surprise arrival in India.

The mother-of-three, who recently welcomed her daughter in September 2025, landed in Mumbai on April 23.

The Umbrella singer was photographed arriving at the private jet terminal of the Airport.

The 38-year-old was photographed leaving the airport dressed in casual attire with hair thrown in a ponytail and shades covering her eyes.

As soon as she left the terminal, she was escorted by security personnel at the airport.

The businesswoman is reportedly in the South Asian country for an event of her cosmetics range Fenty Beauty.

The event is scheduled to be held on Friday, April in Mumbai which will be attended by many stars.

The grand event has been named Fenty Beauty Ki Haveli, which will be the inauguration ceremony of her beauty line’s special launch for inclusive shades and products.

Rihanna’s arrival in India marks two years since she last landed in the country for another event.

The singer last came to the country to perform at the wedding ceremony of billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s son Anant Ambani with Radhika Merchant in March 2024.