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W.i.S.H. is an Indian
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. Managed by Bay Music House, the group is composed of four members: Ri, Sim, Zo and Suchi. They made their debut on 1 March 2024, with
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"Lazeez". The single is a part of the band's debut eight-track
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. The group incorporates a mix of English and Hindi lyrics, blending international pop music with elements of Indian musical traditions.


Name

W.i.S.H. is an
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for the phrase "''World Inka Stage Hai''" (). The name is also a play on the Hindi word "विष" which means
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.


Fandom

WiSH revealed their fandom name, WISH STARS, on March 10, 2024. They officially announced the name on their Instagram account.


History


Pre-Debut activities

Ri and Sim are sisters, and have collaborated earlier in the duo ''Simetri''. They were announced among the Top 24 in the nationwide hunt for English-language artists from across India due to their early successes in with Hindi pop releases. The duo released many tracks. Notable names include ''Infinity'', ''Ego'', ''Dreamers In The Sun.'' They performed at
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in 2023. Ri, the older of the two sisters, is the group leader of the band. Zo was a part of duo ''Zoe & Urgen'' before joining W.i.S.H. She released music with ''Urgen'', her partner.


March 2024 - present: Debut and Introduction

Music composer
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launched the all-girl I-pop group W.i.S.H. in collaboration with
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. McCleary aims to fill the gap between the mainstream
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and
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. On March 1, 2024, W.i.S.H. debuted by performing and releasing their first
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, "Lazeez," which translates to "delicious" in Urdu. The song features vibrant visuals in which the group is symbolically portrayed as food items, representing their appeal in a playful and
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way. "Lazeez" includes a catchy beat,
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, and a blend of Indian and Western musical elements. The track incorporates both
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and
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lyrics, contributing to its broader cultural reach. The fashion and style in the music video also reflect a combination of Indian and Western influences, complementing the song's contemporary sound and global appeal. In an attempt to portray different emotions and diverse style, McCleary has taken inspiration from international icons like
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and
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, as well as Indian stalwarts like
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and
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. Suchi also takes inspiration from
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. On September 23, 2024, the
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(ICC) released the official theme song for the
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. The tournament's theme song, "Whatever It Takes," was written by W.i.S.H. A revamped rendition of the classic song
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, which was first performed by
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in 1982, was published by W.i.S.H. on December 13, 2024. The new version, was produced by
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and Parth Parekh. The group's performance at YouTube Fanfest India 2024 stands out as their most memorable moment, according to Zoe Siddharth. Future collaborations with musicians like
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,
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,
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and
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are among the group's goals.


Members

* Ri (Riya Duggal) * Sim (Simran Duggal) * Zo (Zoe Siddharth) * Suchi (Suchita Shirke)


Artistry


Influences

They draw musical influences from international artists like Michael Jackson and Ariana Grande, as well as Indian musicians such as A.R. Rahman and Sunidhi Chauhan. Their producer, Mikey McCleary, has cited these artists as inspirations, and group member. Suchi has also mentioned admiration for Fifth Harmony. Their music blends international pop elements with Indian characteristics, shaping their unique sound within the I-pop genre.


Discography


Singles


References


External links

* * * {{Authority control 2024 establishments in India Indian pop Musical groups established in 2024 Indian musical groups Indian girl groups