Actress and dancer Nora Fatehi has won the hearts of the world after her electrifying performance at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Videos from the major event spread across social media, with fans praising her energy, stage presence and ability to attract a global audience.Nora performed her latest hit Siir Siir at the prestigious sporting event and has now revealed the fascinating story behind the creation of the national anthem. According to the actress, the song was inspired by a powerful chant she heard from thousands of football fans during a tournament held in Morocco earlier this year.
Nora Fatehi reveals how Sir Sir was born
Speaking to Hindustan Times, Nora said the experience of performing at the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup was creatively fulfilling and transformative.“The experience has definitely developed me as an artist. It has been a fulfilling and inspiring journey. When I was attending the Africa Cup of Nations matches in Morocco in January, I heard nearly 70,000 fans chanting ‘Siir Siir’ in the stadium during every match, and I was in awe. The energy inspired me to reach out to producer Sanjoy and ask him to create an anthem for the World Cup using this chant,” she said.The actress explained that the stadium crowd’s contagious energy stayed with her long after the matches were over, eventually becoming the foundation of Sear’s run.
The national anthem, which was released just a few days ago, has caused quite a stir among music lovers and football fans alike.
Share the spotlight with global icons
For Nora, performing at one of the world’s biggest sporting events alongside world-famous artists was a milestone in her career.Speaking about being part of the star-studded line-up, she said: “It’s been so exciting to be part of such a huge line-up! Performing at the opening ceremony in Toronto while Shakira and Burna Boy are performing at the opening ceremony in Mexico. I have worked my whole life to reach this level, and to share opportunities with such icons!”
“Music creates global connections”
Noura also highlighted how global events such as the World Cup bring together artists, cultures and musical styles from all over the world.“Being part of a platform that brings together different cultures, sounds and styles reminds me how powerful music is in creating global connections. Whether it’s Shakira, Burna Boy or any artist whose vision aligns creatively, I believe magic happens when different worlds come together and create something unexpected,” she said.
