Page 30 - MASALA Magazine Vol.15 Issue 4 | April - May 2024

SNIPPETS

Recent updates from within
the Thai-Indian community.
B Y MAHMOOD HO S S AIN

ATIF ASLAM LIVE ON
ASIA TOUR

With one of the most distinct VIR DAS’ MIND FOOL TOUR
and iconic playback-singing Coming closer on the calendar is Vir Das’ Mind Fool Tour, which
voices produced out of Pakistan, is making its way down to Bangkok on 19 May, at the KBank Siam
Atif Aslam is taking his Asia Pic-Ganesha Theatre. The International Emmy-award-winning
Tour to Bangkok. From humble stand-up comedian brings his unique brand of observational and
beginnings to breaking onto this social commentary humour to town after the success of his Netflix
music scene with the band Jal special, Vir Das: Landing (2022). With one of the sharpest wits,
and their hit song “Aadat”, Atif Vir Das tackles complex cultural issues through clever storytelling,
has serenaded people around captivating the crowd from the first minute to the last. In his
the globe with his own chart- first-ever stand-up show in Bangkok, the audience will finally get
toppers, such as “Pheli Nazar Mein” and “Dil Diyan Gallan”. After to experience his global brand of comedy. For tickets and more
an extended period of stage absence, Atif’s Asia Tour has reignited information, visit www.thaiticketmajor.com
the resonating melodies that melt the heart and make the soul sway.
Stay tuned for more details, and get ready to experience a familiar
mesmerising sound.

THAILAND SIGNS MOU WITH INDIA FOR
ADDITIONAL FLIGHTS

Following Thailand’s decision to offer visa-free entry for Indians
until 10 May 2024, both parties have penned a new agreement that
will further enhance the capacities of airlines from both nations.
Currently, the likes of Air India, IndiGo,SpiceJet and Vistara
continue their seamless flow of air traffic to and from Bangkok
and Phuket. With 75 flights per day, the new MoU is set to inject
more air routes between the two countries and immediately add
7,000 more seats, followed by another 7,000, which expands the
current capacity from 32,000 to 46,000 seats per week. Additionally,
Thailand has added Chiang Rai, Hat Yai, Surat Thani, and Udon
Thani to its list of accessible destinations.

PATIALA PEG BAR & GRILL REVAMP

Situated at the Oakwood Residences in
VSK PRESENTS KING AND JUGGY D LIVE IN CONCERT Sukhumvit 24, Patiala Peg Bar & Grill
has enhanced how they deliver a Punjabi-
From being the soprano of his school choir to appearing on the hip- style bar & grill experience. With design
hop reality show MTV Hustle, one of the most talked about artists in cues from established Punjabi polo clubs,
Bollywood will be bringing the heat to the stage this 14 June at UOB the restsaurant provides a drinks menu that
LIVE. King, with supporting legendary act Juggy D, will be live wonderfully accompanies scrumptious
in concert for the first time in Southeast Asia. Setting up a magical snacks, flavourful curries, daal, rice, bread,
evening, combining a party atmosphere with an immersive concert and a selection of grilled chicken and paneer
experience, the audience will be hoping to be showered with hits tikkas. It’s affordable, simple, and offers the
like “Tu Aake Dekh Le” and his biggest hit, “Maan Meri Jaan” from authentic flavours of Punjab with a classy
his album Champagne Talk. Get ready to sing along and dance the interior and family-friendly atmosphere.
night away with King and Juggy D in Bangkok! For tickets and more Patiala Peg Bar & Grill can easily become
information, visit https://megatix.in.th/ a go-to spot for a casual and fun time out in
Bangkok. For more information, visit their
Facebook: @patialapegbangkok