Global music star Rihanna visited India around April 24 for a special event related to her beauty brand, Fenty Beauty. The event took place at Phoenix Palladium in Mumbai, where a section of the mall was redesigned to create a unique experience for visitors. The setup was inspired by a traditional haveli style, with decorative elements and pink carts offering products like Gloss Bomb lip oils.
The event was organised in partnership with Sephora India and Tira Beauty. It marked one of the first major promotional activities for the brand in India. The pop up experience is open to the public and will continue until May 4.
Fans who attended the event shared several photos and videos online. Many posts focused on Rihanna’s makeup, especially her smoky eye look and bold lip colour. Some fans also shared artwork inspired by her appearance, while others made light hearted comments about her timeless look and style.
At the same time, some social media users brought up her past comments from 2021, when she had shown support for farmers’ protests in India. Those statements had led to mixed reactions online at the time, and they were mentioned again during her visit.
During the event, Rihanna wore different outfits that caught attention. She appeared in a black snakeskin gown as well as a yellow chartreuse dress. In one moment that stood out, she invited a paparazzo to join her on the red carpet, which was seen as a friendly and unusual gesture.
Overall, her visit combined a brand event with a public appearance that drew attention from fans, media, and social media users. The event highlighted the growing presence of international beauty brands in India while also showing the strong interest that global celebrities continue to generate among Indian audiences.