Mumbai, December 25, 2025 – In a poignant fusion of national pride and festive joy, the historic 300-year-old St. Thomas Cathedral in Mumbai kicked off its Christmas choral evening with a mesmerizing choral rendition of the Indian National Anthem, "Jana Gana Mana." The performance by the acclaimed Wild Voices Choir India, captured on video and shared online, has since exploded across social media, amassing over 200,000 views and evoking widespread admiration for its seamless blend of patriotism, faith, and melody.
The event unfolded on Christmas Eve, December 24, under the cathedral's soaring Gothic arches, drawing a reverent crowd of parishioners and visitors who stood in unified silence as the choir's voices swelled in perfect harmony. Adhering meticulously to the anthem's official protocol—sung at a measured 69 beats per minute without embellishments—the rendition set a solemn, unifying tone before transitioning into a lineup of traditional Christmas carols, including timeless favorites that filled the air with seasonal warmth.
Photographer Malcolm Stephens, who filmed the moment, described it as a "stirring display" that captured the essence of Indian Christians honoring their faith alongside their devotion to the nation. "Attendees rose in reverence, celebrating the blend of faith, music, and national pride," Stephens noted in a post that ignited the video's viral journey. Shared initially on platforms like Instagram and X (formerly Twitter), the clip quickly resonated, with users hailing it as a "goosebumps-inducing" testament to India's pluralistic spirit.
Social media erupted with praise, underscoring the performance's emotional impact amid the holiday season. "This might give burns to the west!" quipped one viewer, playfully nodding to the anthem's global resonance, while another reflected, "Indian Christians love the country without needing to prove it every five minutes with chest-thumping, hysterical hyper-nationalism." News outlets like ABP Live and The Statesman amplified the story, with headlines celebrating the "heartwarming blend of patriotism and festivity" that left the internet buzzing.
St. Thomas Cathedral, one of Mumbai's oldest Anglican churches built in 1718, has long been a beacon of interfaith harmony in the city's diverse fabric. This year's choral evening, part of the cathedral's annual Christmas traditions, highlighted how religious celebrations can weave in threads of national identity, fostering a sense of shared belonging. Choir director and members of Wild Voices, known for their dynamic performances blending classical and contemporary styles, emphasized the gesture's intent: to honor the nation's unity before immersing in the universal message of peace and goodwill.
As Christmas Day unfolds across India, the viral video serves as a timely reminder of the country's syncretic ethos—where faith transcends boundaries, and music becomes a bridge between devotion and duty. With echoes of "Jana Gana Mana" still lingering in digital spaces, the performance stands as a viral hymn to harmony in an increasingly polarized world.
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