Overview
- The performance, which took place on Saturday, October 24, saw Rao's first microphone fail and a replacement suffer similar problems, leaving her unable to finish her planned set.
- As Rao sang, the microphone was switched off and Kutle Khan and his band began performing on the other side of the stage, preventing her from properly thanking the audience.
- Audience members sang along during the interrupted songs and fans responded online with praise for Rao's composure and talent.
- On October 29 Rao posted video of the cut‑short performance and an emotional Instagram message saying the night was 'left unfinished' and vowing to return, while the event's organizers have not made a public statement in the main coverage.
- The incident occurred at the 10th‑anniversary Bollywood Music Project, a multi‑artist festival where tight schedules and stage transitions can create management stresses and may now draw scrutiny of festival sound and stage coordination.