27 October,2026 02:47 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Shaan pays tribute to Michael Jackson. Pics via X, Instagram
Singer Shaan, who is widely known for his romantic Bollywood songs, recently surprised fans by giving a glimpse of his versatility. The singer paid a surprise musical tribute to late pop icon Michael Jackson during his Dubai concert, wherein he performed Jackson's legendary track Billie Jean and even recreated some of the late pop star's signature dance moves.
Clips from Shaan's performance have been circulating on social media ever since, as fans couldn't help but express surprise at the singer's transition from a Bollywood playback singer into a performer embracing international pop music.
The performance happened during Shaan's All of Me Tour at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. Shaan, who is best known for his soulful voice and romantic Hindi songs, stepped outside his usual repertoire to stun the audience with English pop music.
He performed a rendition of Michael Jackson's Billie Jean, which especially stood out as the singer also incorporated signature elements associated with Michael Jackson's performances. He was seen performing sharp footwork, distinctive hat gestures and even the iconic moonwalk. Shaan's energetic stage presence created a sense of nostalgia for those fans who grew up listening to Jackson's music.
Social media shared the clips and their reaction on social media. Many appreciated Shaan's unexpected tribute, while others reminisced about their long-standing admiration for the singer.
A user on X shared a clip from the concert and wrote, "Yooo this instantly transported me to my early teens when I had a raging crush on Shaan...turns out I still do!." Another fan expressed surprise at the unexpected musical crossover, saying, "Shaan doing Michael Jackson was NOT on my 2026 bingo card but here we are."
One user went on to coin a unique name for the crossover saying, "Michael Jackshaan." Another fan commented, "Omg i literally thought this was Bruno Mrs. omg I can't wait for Qazi to come out of BB house and perform."
A concertgoer who watched the performance live wrote, "singershaan was incredible tonight! Being a millennial I have always enjoyed hearing him. His every song isn't just a music to ear, it's a total therapy. But tonight, he surprised us with his English songs performances. This Michael Jackson song hits different when Shaan sings (also performs) it."
