Indian-Origin Chef Joins Record-Breaking Global Song
Asma Khan, a British restaurateur born in India and acclaimed chef, has lent her voice to the song titled 195, which has set a new Guinness World Record for featuring vocal contributions from women representing 195 countries.
Purpose Behind the Song '195'
The song was created to promote gender equality and spark a worldwide movement aimed at empowering individuals through sound healing frequencies. This innovative project was developed by The Frequency School—a collective including Grammy-nominated producer Maejor, Martina Fuchs, Kingsley M, Brandon Lee, and Aaron Dawson.
The 195 campaign debuted at the 55th Annual World Economic Forum meeting held in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, from January 20–24, emphasizing unity and wellness worldwide.
Breaking Barriers with Global Participation
Martina Fuchs, executive producer of the song, explained the ambition to engage women from every sovereign nation, uniting 195 ordinary women from diverse backgrounds to stand for gender equality and mental health support. She highlighted, "Breaking this record is only the beginning; we are on a global mission to make our world a more peaceful place."
About Asma Khan and Her Contributions
Asma Khan is notable for her role on Netflix's Chef's Table and as the founder of Darjeeling Express, a celebrated London restaurant renowned for its all-female kitchen and authentic Indian home-style cuisine rooted in Khan’s family heritage from Kolkata.
In 2024, Khan was recognized by TIME magazine as one of the world's 100 most influential people. Beyond her culinary achievements, she serves as a chef advocate for the United Nations World Food Programme and holds honorary fellowships from Queen's College, Oxford, and King's College, London, where she completed a PhD in British Constitutional Law.
Impact and Future Vision
The collaborative spirit of 195 aligns with ongoing efforts to uplift voices worldwide to advance women's rights and address mental health challenges. The project exemplifies how creative arts and unity can foster meaningful social change.
