Covid-19: Nancy Ajram, Saif Ali Khan among celebrities uniting for virtual fundraiser 'We For India'

The digital event bids to unlock philanthropic donations upwards of $3.5 million from worldwide donors to be allocated to post Covid-19 pandemic missions.

Over 100 major stars and icons from the world of film, music, comedy, and sports, will join a three-hour virtual fundraiser, We For India: Saving Lives, Protecting Livelihoods, to broadcast on Facebook on India’s Independence Day, Sunday, August 15. The digital event bids to unlock philanthropic donations upwards of $3.5 million from worldwide donors to be allocated to post Covid-19 pandemic missions and provide vital preventative measures against future waves.

The celebrity guests will unite to express solidarity and support for saving lives and livelihoods in India after the devastation caused by the second wave of the pandemic. All proceeds from the mega event will be utilised by the platform GiveIndia to provide both humanitarian aid and to strengthen the medical infrastructure. The event acts as an opportunity to use the power of entertainment to inspire, empower, and mobilise global public support to donate funds in real-time and address the significant social-economic impact of the pandemic.

We For India will feature engaging content, including video messages of support from A-List stars, stand-up comedy and musical performances, interactions with frontline heroes, immersive fitness challenges, hilarious games, and more, streamed to homes as the world joins hands in solidarity and unity with the people of India. Some of the prominent international names confirmed to support the broadcast include:

Music sensations such as worldwide superstar Ed Sheeran, iconic singer, songwriter, and activist Annie Lennox alongside her daughter and fellow musician Lola Lennox who will give an exclusive, original performance, lead singer and founding member of Rolling Stones Mick Jagger, twice Academy Award winner A.R.Rahman, superstar and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Nancy Ajram, multiple Grammy-winning composer, producer, arranger, guitarist and Co-founder of CHIC, Nile Rodgers, sensational music group and family affair - Sister Sledge ft. Sledgendary who will perform a medley of super hit songs and a preview of their upcoming track amongst others.

Active Donation Link: https://bit.ly/WeForIndia