In a surprising turn of events, British musician Ed Sheeran was abruptly interrupted while busking in Bengaluru on Sunday, with local police claiming he lacked the necessary permits. An officer was seen in a viral video unplugging Sheeran’s microphone on Church Street, a bustling area frequented by shoppers and entertainers alike. Despite the police's stance, Sheeran took to Instagram to clarify that his team had indeed secured permission for the performance, stating, “We had permission to busk, by the way. Hence, us playing in that exact spot was planned out before. It wasn’t just us randomly turning up.” He ended his post positively, expressing excitement for his evening concert at the NICE Grounds.
Ed Sheeran Faces Police Intervention During Bengaluru Busking Attempt
Ed Sheeran Faces Police Intervention During Bengaluru Busking Attempt
British pop sensation Ed Sheeran was halted by local authorities in Bengaluru while attempting to busk before his concert, igniting debates on public performance permissions.
The incident occurred just hours prior to his scheduled performance, part of his Mathematics Tour, leading to a surge of fan backlash against the police intervention. Critiques flooded social media, with some users lamenting the bureaucratic constraints on public entertainment, referencing a widespread notion of "uncleocracy" – the tendency of authorities to limit youth leisure activities. Local MP PC Mohan, representing the ruling BJP party, defended the police's actions by emphasizing that “even global stars must follow local rules - no permit, no performance!”
This year marks Sheeran’s second consecutive tour in India over a span of 15 days, following successful performances in Pune, Hyderabad, and Chennai. Fans in Bengaluru were treated to a unique surprise when Sheeran performed two popular Telugu songs alongside local artist Shilpa Rao at his show, further endearing him to the Indian audience. His previous collaborations in the country include working with Indian singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh at a concert in Birmingham and partnering with sitar musician Megha Rawoot on a rendition of his hit "Shape of You."
As the appetite for live concerts surges within India, Sheeran's ambitious tour arrives alongside other major acts like Dua Lipa and Coldplay, highlighting the country's emergence in the concert economy. According to a recent report by the Bank of Baroda, India's concert sector is projected to reach a valuation of $700-900 million (£550-730 million), fueled by rising disposable incomes and a growing demand for entertainment experiences.
This year marks Sheeran’s second consecutive tour in India over a span of 15 days, following successful performances in Pune, Hyderabad, and Chennai. Fans in Bengaluru were treated to a unique surprise when Sheeran performed two popular Telugu songs alongside local artist Shilpa Rao at his show, further endearing him to the Indian audience. His previous collaborations in the country include working with Indian singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh at a concert in Birmingham and partnering with sitar musician Megha Rawoot on a rendition of his hit "Shape of You."
As the appetite for live concerts surges within India, Sheeran's ambitious tour arrives alongside other major acts like Dua Lipa and Coldplay, highlighting the country's emergence in the concert economy. According to a recent report by the Bank of Baroda, India's concert sector is projected to reach a valuation of $700-900 million (£550-730 million), fueled by rising disposable incomes and a growing demand for entertainment experiences.
