Kiara Delivers Standout Performance At BCCI Naman Awards 2026 In New Delhi

Artist, music producer and composer Kiara marked another milestone in her career with a high-energy performance at the BCCI Naman Awards 2026 held in New Delhi.

Hosted annually by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, the awards celebrate excellence in Indian cricket, honouring some of the sport’s biggest names. Shubman Gill received the prestigious Polly Umrigar Award for Best International Cricketer (Men), while Smriti Mandhana was named Best International Cricketer in Women’s Cricket. Veteran Mithali Raj was conferred the BCCI Lifetime Achievement Award in Women’s Cricket, alongside Rahul Dravid and Roger Binny, who received the Col. C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award.

Kiara’s electrifying set added a vibrant cultural layer to the evening, which also recognised India’s recent global cricketing successes, including the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and Women’s ODI World Cup 2025-winning teams.

“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,” Kiara said.

Her appearance at the awards underscores her growing presence in the sports entertainment space,an arena traditionally dominated by male performers. At 28, Kiara continues to push boundaries with a distinctive open-format style that blends Indian and Western musical influences.

Kiara’s rising global profile includes becoming the first Indian woman artist to perform at Dubai’s Museum of the Future. She has also served as the official DJ for the Gujarat Titans during Indian Premier League 2024, performed at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024, and stands as the only Indian female artist featured at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Known for her precision-driven approach,defined by “100% accuracy and timing”,Kiara’s performances are crafted to elevate the sporting experience while seamlessly complementing the game, reinforcing her reputation as one of India’s most promising crossover artists in music and sports.