Chris Martin convinced Queen Bey with one quirky line for Super Bowl gig

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ANI Washington D.C
Last Updated : Feb 05 2016 | 4:22 PM IST

Chris Martin, who has roped-in Beyonce for his 2016 Super Bowl gig, has revealed how he convinced the songstress to join him for the most-watched sporting event on Earth.

Addressing the media during a press conference, the 38-year-old singer said he told the 'Halo' hit-maker, "Hey Queen Bey! I want you in a red bodysuit!', adding because it's Super Bowl 50!", E! Online reports.

Martin also spilled the beans on how NFL approached them and requested them to play the milestone performance including the past, present and future.

The 2016 Super Bowl will air this Sunday on CBS at 3:30 p.m.

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First Published: Feb 05 2016 | 4:13 PM IST

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