- By JE Entertainment Desk
- Sat, 29 Apr 2023 02:07 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
King Charles III's coronation ceremony will be a star-studded ceremony as many celebrities and actors will join the event. Bollywood actor Sonam Kapoor and Hollywood star Tom Cruise will reportedly attend the Coronation Concert on May 7.
According to a report by Variety, Sonam Kapoor will appear on stage to deliver a spoken word performance to introduce the Commonwealth virtual choir.
Meanwhile, according to BBC, Sonam said that she is 'honoured' to join the Commonwealth virtual choir for the ceremony. She mentioned, "I am honoured to join the Commonwealth virtual choir for this ceremony, celebrating His Majesty's love for music and art. It's a momentous occasion that signifies a commitment to a positive, inclusive, and optimistic future for the United Kingdom, with the Choir's music paying tribute to the royal legacy and promoting unity, peace, and joy."
This will be Sonam's first royal appearance. Whereas, Tom Cruise was a guest at Princess Diana's funeral in 1997. Pussycat Dolls frontwoman Nicole Scherzinger and tubby little cubby Winnie the Pooh are also confirmed to be at the coronation concert.
Hugh Bonneville will host the proceedings, which are being produced by BBC Studios. Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, Nigerian singer Tiwa Savage, Olly Murs, DJ Pete Tong, Paloma Faith, Steve Winwood and Lucy, winner of The Piano will also feature in the concert.
Kate Phillips, BBC Director of Unscripted, said in a statement, "I'm delighted that even more world-class names have joined the line-up for the Coronation Concert, broadcast live across the BBC. Against the stunning backdrop of Windsor Castle, it's going to be a jam-packed evening of memorable moments, that Their Majesties and everyone in the UK can enjoy!"
The concert will celebrate the Coronation of Their Majesties, The King and The Queen, in front of 20,000 members of the public and invited guests, as well as millions watching around the world.