Freddie Mercury

A Times of India Production | NCPA, Mumbai | March 2026

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Fans have gathered outside Sotheby's in London for an auction of Freddie Mercury's personal belongings. The exhibition showcases items from the late Queen frontman's life, including clothing, jewelry, and handwritten manuscripts. While there is a limited Indian influence in his collection, Mercury did acquire three Indian paintings shortly before his death. Speculation suggests that his connection to his Indian heritage may have deepened as he faced his terminal illness.

Twinkle Khanna, author of the upcoming book "Welcome to Paradise," revealed a surprising connection to Freddie Mercury. Both had a common science teacher named Mr. Peter Patrao in Panchgani during their school days. Twinkle shared nostalgic photos on Instagram, including one with Freddie Mercury and mentioned that he also appears in her new book. Freddie Mercury had a connection to India due to his Parsi heritage and attended a boarding school in Panchgani, where Twinkle Khanna also studied. Coincidentally, their chemistry teacher had taught both of them.

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A 16th century Mughal folio from an 'Akbarnama' is among over 1,400 items for sale from Freddie Mercury's home by Sotheby's in London. The painting is said to reflect the late Queen star's Indian Parsi ancestry and is priced from £30,000-50,000 ($39,000-$65,000). The exhibition, Freddie Mercury: A World of His Own, comprises furniture, decorative and fine art, costumes, drawings, and handwritten lyrics.

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