'Who knew a boy from Lahore would make it to the O2 Arena?': Atif Aslam thanks supporters, announces new album at London concert

The singer waxes nostalgic about the love he received from friends in the run-up to his first album release.

15 Jun, 2026

At his most recent concert in London, Atif Aslam shared a very special dedication during his performance. The singer took some time to remember where he came from and thank the friends that helped “a boy in Lahore”.

The singer was on stage at London’s iconic O2 Arena when he spoke to the crowd, waxing nostalgic about his younger years.

“Many years ago, there was a boy from Lahore. The way most people make do on pocket money, he couldn’t, because his friends were too important for him. But those many friends, they made many sacrifices for him. They’d give him their lunch, they’d give him a ride to college. Who knew that boy would be in London’s O2 Arena 20 years later?”

He dedicated the performance of his song ‘Jal Pari’ to everyone who supported him as he worked to release his first album and for everyone who can’t wait to listen to the next one.

That’s right, he announced a new album.

Aslam used the concert to announce his fourth studio album — and his first since 2008. While he didn’t provide a name or any other details, the singer said it would be released in the first week of August.

He told his fans he couldn’t “thank you enough for being with me”.