W.i.S.H.

W.i.S.H. is an indian girl group. Managed by Bay Music House, the group is composed of four members: Ri, Sim, Zo and Suchi.
They made their debut on 1 March 2024, with their first single "Lazeez" (Urdu for "delicious"). The single is a part of the band's debut eight-track album. The group incorporates a mix of English and Hindi lyrics, blending international pop music with elements of Indian musical traditions..
W.i.S.H. is an acronym for the phrase "World Inka Stage Hai" (Hindi: वर्ल्ड इनका स्टेज है, lit. 'The world is their stage'). The name is also a play on the Hindi word "विष" which means poison.
Ri and Sim are sisters, and have collaborated earlier in the duo Simetri. They were announced among the Top 24 in the nationwide hunt for English-language artists from across India due to their early successes in with Hindi pop releases. The duo released many tracks. Notable names include Infinity, Ego, Dreamers In The Sun. They performed at Lollapalooza in 2023. Ri, the older of the two sisters, is the group leader of the band.
Zo was a part of duo Zoe & Urgen before joining W.i.S.H. She released music with Urgen, her partner.
Music composer Mikey McCleary launched the all-girl I-pop group W.i.S.H. in collaboration with Sony Music India. McCleary aims to fill the gap between the mainstream Bollywood music and Indie music.
On March 1, 2024, W.i.S.H. debuted by performing and releasing their first single, "Lazeez," which translates to "delicious" in Urdu. The song features vibrant visuals in which the group is symbolically portrayed as food items, representing their appeal in a playful and metaphorical way. "Lazeez" includes a catchy beat, choreography, and a blend of Indian and Western musical elements. The track incorporates both Hindi and English lyrics, contributing to its broader cultural reach. The fashion and style in the music video also reflect a combination of Indian and Western influences, complementing the song's contemporary sound and global appeal.
In an attempt to portray different emotions and diverse style, McCleary has taken inspiration from international icons like Michael Jackson and Ariana Grande, as well as Indian stalwarts like A. R. Rahman and Sunidhi Chauhan. Suchi also takes inspiration from Fifth Harmony.
On September 23, 2024, the International Cricket Council (ICC) released the official theme song for the 2024 ICC Women's T20 World Cup. The tournament's theme song, "Whatever It Takes," was written by W.i.S.H.
A revamped rendition of the classic song Boom Boom, which was first performed by Nazia Hassan in 1982, was published by W.i.S.H. on December 13, 2024. The new version, was produced by Mikey McCleary and Parth Parekh. The group's performance at YouTube Fanfest India 2024 stands out as their most memorable moment, according to Zoe Siddharth. Future collaborations with musicians like Dua Lipa, Bruno Mars, Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, Jungkook, Karan Aujla and Diljit Dosanjh are among the group's goals.
Influences
They draws musical influences from international artists like Michael Jackson and Ariana Grande, as well as Indian musicians such as A.R. Rahman and Sunidhi Chauhan. Their producer, Mikey McCleary, has cited these artists as inspirations, and group member. Suchi has also mentioned admiration for Fifth Harmony. Their music blends international pop elements with Indian characteristics, shaping their unique sound within the I-pop genre.