Released on January 29, 2016, the official music video for is a vibrant, technicolor exploration of Indian culture that has amassed over 1.5 billion views on YouTube. Featuring guest vocals from Beyoncé , the track serves as the second single from the band's seventh studio album, A Head Full of Dreams . Production and Filming Locations
Musically and visually, the song celebrates love as a "spiritual high" or intoxication, using vibrant colors to amplify its uplifting, euphoric message. Reception and Controversy Download Coldplay Hymn For The Weekend (Official Video) mp4
The central theme of the video is the Indian festival of colors, Holi . This is illustrated through slow-motion shots of children and the band members being covered in bright paint powders. Released on January 29, 2016, the official music
While widely praised for its lush cinematography and "postcard-perfect" shots of Mumbai, the video sparked significant debate regarding . Some critics argued it utilized Indian symbols and religious festivals as mere aesthetic props, while others viewed it as a celebratory tribute to the country's beauty. Reception and Controversy The central theme of the
The primary setting, featuring frontman Chris Martin navigating the city's streets in a rickshaw.
Additional filming took place in these cities to capture a broader sense of Indian landscape and heritage. Key Appearances and Themes
The "Hymn for the Weekend" video was filmed in October 2015 and directed by . The production spanned several iconic and culturally rich locations across India: