Arif Lohar & Meesha Shafi Mesmerize US Audience with Iconic Jugni Performance
LOS ANGELES – Legendary Pakistani musicians Arif Lohar and Meesha Shafi cast a powerful nostalgic spell over the crowd with their dynamic rendition of the beloved track Jugni at a packed concert in the United States.
The energetic performance reignited the timeless spirit of the folk-pop anthem, originally released in Coke Studio Season 3 (2010), leaving the crowd cheering, dancing, and singing along in unison.
With the Pakistani diaspora in full attendance, the atmosphere was electric as the duo took the stage in their signature styles. Arif Lohar brought his trademark chimta (traditional tongs), while Meesha Shafi’s bold vocals and striking stage presence added a modern flair.
“It was pure magic — the kind of performance you remember for years,” one concertgoer shared on social media.
The concert proved not only to be a celebration of music but a cultural reunion for Pakistanis abroad. Videos of the performance quickly went viral, with fans praising the duo for keeping the spirit of Jugni alive more than a decade after its original release.
“Jugni will never get old,” wrote one fan. “Arif Lohar and Meesha Shafi still own that stage like no one else.”
Jugni, rooted in Punjabi folk tradition and fused with modern production, is regarded as one of the most iconic musical collaborations in South Asian fusion music. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its emotional resonance and rhythmic power.
The performance reaffirms that great music transcends time and borders, continuing to connect generations across the world.
