India, Nov. 10 -- Rapper-singer Akon kicked off his India tour in the capital on Saturday night, and Dilliwale definitely came through. Thousands poured into Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, some waving glow sticks, others sparkling with facial glitter from pop-up stalls, all ready for a night of music and nostalgia.

The moment Akon hit the stage, the stadium erupted. Phones went up, screams filled the air, and for a few moments, it felt like Delhi had time-travelled straight back to the early 2000s. He kicked off with a mix of old favourites and tracks like Gangsta Bob, moving across the stage with his signature smile and hyping the crowd. But the vibe wasn't high throughout. During some songs, the crowd swayed gently, saving their energy for ...