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
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: Download Coldplay Hymn For The Weekend (Official Video) mp4
Additional filming took place in these cities to capture a broader sense of Indian landscape and heritage. Key Appearances and Themes Released on January 29, 2016, the official music
Though uncredited on the album, Beyoncé plays a major role in the video as a Bollywood-style actress appearing on screens and posters. She is depicted in elaborate traditional Indian attire and henna. The production spanned several iconic and culturally rich
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
The video features a brief cameo by Bollywood star Sonam Kapoor, who appears running through a field blowing rose petals.