India, March 2026: Artist, music producer and composer Kiara has added another significant milestone to her career with a standout performance at the prestigious BCCI Naman Awards 2026 in New Delhi.
The annual Naman Awards 2026, hosted by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), celebrated excellence in Indian cricket and honored leading figures like Shubman Gill and Smrithi Mandhana with top individual accolades. Shubman Gill received the prestigious Polly Umrigar Award for the Best International Cricketer in men’s cricket, while Smrithi Mandhana was named the BCCI’s Best International Cricketer in Women’s Cricket. Further honoring their legacies, Mithali Raj received the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award in Women’s Cricket, alongside Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award recipients Rahul Dravid and Roger Binny. The evening was elevated by a dynamic, curated set from the acclaimed DJ, bringing a vibrant energy to the celebration.
Kiara’s performance served as a high-energy backdrop to a defining phase in Indian cricket, which included the felicitation of ICC trophy-winning teams such as the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 champions.
Speaking about the experience, Kiara said, “It is an immense honor to be part of an event that celebrates the very best of Indian cricket. My goal is always to create a deep emotional connection with the audience through music and performing on a stage that represents such celebration and excellence is truly special.”
Her presence at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026 further reinforces her growing influence in sports entertainment, a space traditionally dominated by male artists. At just 28, Kiara continues to break barriers for Indian women on global stages, with an open-format style that blends Indian and Western musical influences.
Her journey reflects a deep commitment to her craft and a disciplined approach that has earned her recognition from across the industry, solidifying her position through consistency and conviction.
Kiara’s global profile includes being the first Indian woman Artist to perform at Dubai’s Museum of the Future, She has served as an official DJ for the Gujarat Titans at IPL 2024 and performed during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, and is the only Indian female artist at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. Her performance is defined by a commitment to “100% accuracy and timing,” reflecting a profound discipline to support and enhance the celebration of cricket without disturbing the actual game.
