In 2025, India emerged as a global live music hotspot, hosting major world tours of solar artists as well as festivals. Major performers included Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, Green Day, Post Malone, and Wiz Khalifa.


YEARENDER 2025: India's live music boom saw global artists choosing it as top concert venue in Asia

Ed Sheeran is all set to collaborate with singers including Hanumandkind, Jonita Gandhi, and Karan Aujla, among others, for a new track. This announcement already has fans eagerly waiting.

Ed Sheeran to collab with Hanumankind, Karan Aujla, Jonita Gandhi and more for new track

Ed Sheeran has unveiled his new album titled Play, much to the excitement of his fans. The singer's announcement is his eighth studio album, which comes after two years. 

Ed Sheeran releases new album Play, Netizens say, 'Feels like embodiment of cinematic nostalgia...'

Ed Sheeran, who has been getting a great response to his recently released track 'Sapphire', is exploring new creative avenues. The singer turned to painting as a "creative outlet" and set up a makeshift workshop in a disused car park in central London.

Ed Sheeran turns painter, to showcase new artwork in London

The new behind-the-scenes video about his latest single has Sheeran talking of all the iconic places he shot in, including a small portion in SRK’s residence in Mumbai- minutes before the actor left for a wedding party. 

Shah Rukh Khan hosted Ed Sheeran for paddle and dinner, featured in Sapphire video minutes before heading out for a wedding

Sheeran is known to be friends with Arijit, and the duo have even collaborated live on stage before. Recently, the English singer revealed that he first heard Arijit Singh while watching Aashiqui 2 and was blown away by the song Tum Hi Ho. 

Ed Sheeran heaps praises on ‘pen pal’ Arijit Singh: One of the most talented humans I've ever met

Ed Sheeran has dropped his new track, Sapphire, which was filmed guerrilla-style during his recent trip to India. The music video features Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and renowned singer Arijit Singh. 

Ed Sheeran plays cricket and chills with Shah Rukh Khan in his desi-flavoured ‘Sapphire’ music video|Watch

Get a sneak peek of Ed Sheeran's upcoming album, Play, as he shares a teaser on Instagram highlighting intriguing Indian musical elements that have fans buzzing.

Ed Sheeran sings in Punjabi and debuts new tattoo ahead of upcoming album, Play

Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, and other UK music icons are calling for urgent government funding to save music education. Sheeran has warned that without a $310 million boost, future generations may lose access to vital musical training. Artists stress that music matters.

Ed Sheeran's plea to UK government: Invest in music education

Trending | Entertainment During his NCR concert, the singer performed several of his hits such as "Thinking Out Loud", "Photograph", "You Need Me, I Don't Need You", "Take It Back", "Don't", "Give Me Love", "Lego House" among others.

Ed Sheeran pauses Gurugram concert after a fan faints in the crowd

Trending | Entertainment Thousands of people from various parts of the Delhi NCR turned up for Sheeran's final performance as part of the Mathematics Tour to India at the Leisure Valley Ground and he didn't disappoint.

'Hopefully, I’ll be back soon': Ed Sheeran ends India tour with electrifying performance

 Trending | Entertainment Ahead of his February 12 performance in Shillong, Ed made a pit stop in Kolkata and went and met Arijit Singh at a venue where the latter was scheduled to perform. 

Arijit Singh takes Ed Sheeran on a scooter ride in his hometown in Bengal, fans call viral video 'wholesome'

Entertainment: The British pop icon's tour in India has generated significant buzz, especially after the unexpected police intervention during his Bengaluru street performance.

Netizens react to Ed Sheeran's street performance being interrupted by Bengaluru cops

Trending | Entertainment The concert that took place at YMCA Grounds in Nandanam saw the two superstars jamming. Several videos from the night of their performance have gone viral on social media.

Iconic! Ed Sheeran jams with AR Rahman, sings 'Urvasi Urvasi' during Chennai concert

Entertainment Ed Sheeran is all set to perform in Chennai tonight. A day before, the British singer met with Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman and his son AR Ameen.

Ed Sheeran meets AR Rahman ahead of his Chennai concert, fans speculate possible collaboration between the two

 Entertainment Lisa Mishra will be performing with global music icon Ed Sheeran on stage in Delhi on February 15. The act is being considered as the biggest international concert ever in the capital.

Lisa Mishra to perform with Ed Sheeran in Delhi, calls it a 'defining moment' of her career

With international artists like Coldplay, Bryan Adams, and Diljit Dosanjh now performing in major cities across the country, India is rapidly becoming a major hotspot for music lovers and tourists alike. Concert tourism is not only transforming how people experience destinations but is also driving a new wave of both domestic and international travel. We’ll explore why India is quickly becoming a key player in the global live entertainment industry.

Next, we turn our focus to India’s growing infrastructure with the upcoming launch of the Vande Bharat Express in the Kashmir Valley. This revolutionary train promises to enhance connectivity and boost the region’s tourism and economic growth.

The vibrant and colourful celebrations of the Chinese New Year have just begun. Celebrated by millions worldwide, this festival marks the start of the lunar new year with spectacular parades, cultural performances, and traditional family gatherings. France has reaffirmed its position as the world's #1 tourist destination in 2024, attracting over 100 million visitors. From iconic landmarks to unforgettable cultural experiences, France continues to be a magnet for travellers.

Coldplay, ED Sheeran, Bryan Adams- India emerging as concert hotspot | Vande Bharat in Kashmir

Entertainment: The singer-actor, Dot, who made her acting debut as a lead with Zoya Akhtar's The Archies in 2023, recently performed at Bengaluru's Bandland 2024.

The Archies actor Dot. to open Ed Sheeran's first India show of Mathematics tour

Ed Sheeran announces India tour in 2025: An enthralling news for Ed Sheeran's fans! The British singer is coming back to India with his + - = · x tour. This time he'll not be performing just one concert, but six shows are planned in six cities across the country.

Ed Sheeran is coming back to India with a six-city tour in 2025: Check dates and venue

Premier League club Ipswich Town have revealed that pop star and minor shareholder Ed Sheeran was called to help them sign a player moments before he joined Taylor Swift on stage at Wembley Stadium. Wion's Esha Hanspal gets you the details.

Ed Sheeran Helps Ipswich Sign Key Player

About six months ago, Diljit Dosanjh made a surprise appearance at Ed Sheeran's Mumbai concert and now the English singer-songwriter is returning the favour. The "Perfect" singer took the stage with Diljit during his ongoing Dil-Luminati Tour's Birmingham show and left everyone awestruck.

Ed Sheeran makes surprise appearance at Diljit Dosanjh's Birmingham concert: Watch

Collaboration of Ed Sheeran with Indian artists is on the rise. After teaming up with Diljit Dosanjh in Mumbai earlier this year for a concert, the "Perfect" hitmaker recently joined Arijit Singh at a show in London.

After Diljit Dosanjh, Ed Sheeran teams up with Arijit Singh for London show

What a night it was! The jam-packed crowd at Ed Sheeran's concert were elated with joy after Marvel actor Chris Hemsworth made a surprise appearance on the stage.

Chris Hemsworth joins Ed Sheeran on stage, shows-off drumming skills - Watch

Taylor Swift’s concert last night in London was mad. Fans got a taste of Swift mania as she looked like she was ready to win hearts with an electrifying performance in the heart of London, Wembley Stadium.

Fans go crazy as Taylor Swift brings Ed Sheeran for a surprise performance during London concert; watch

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