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Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Not Goa, Sunburn Festival to have its 2025 edition in Mumbai; here's why
Sunburn Festival, hailed as Asia's largest electronic dance music (EDM) event, will move its flagship edition from Goa to Mumbai this year. While the venue is yet to be announced, the three-day festival is scheduled to take place on December 19, 20 and 21 in Mumbai. This marks the first time that the festival will be held outside of Goa since its launch in 2007. As per the official press note, the shift from Goa to Mumbai follows a fan survey conducted by the organisers, which 'found that one in two respondents were keen to explore the flagship festival outside of Goa, with a clear preference for Mumbai.' Sunburn's 2025 edition will be held under the theme 'Ascend: Beyond the Real', which the organisers describe as an immersive format with upgraded production, stage design and infrastructure. 'This next step reflects Sunburn's evolution from a destination-dependent festival to something more profound: a state of mind that can thrive wherever its community gathers,' read the press note. 'Nearly two decades ago, we set out with a simple yet powerful vision — to create a world-class electronic dance music experience in India,' said Karan Singh, CEO of Sunburn. 'What followed was the beginning of a movement, with Sunburn becoming one of the first to put India on the global entertainment map. Goa has been an integral part of that story, but building a legacy also means taking it forward. Bringing Sunburn to Mumbai feels like the right step, creating new energy and connections in a city that never stands still.' Mumbai has previously hosted Sunburn arena events, including performances by Avicii in 2011 and Martin Garrix in 2018. The move is also supported by the Government of Maharashtra as part of its wider push to promote music tourism in the state. 'Maharashtra has always been at the forefront of shaping India's cultural and entertainment economy, and music is a vital part of that vision,' said Atul Patne, Principal Secretary of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra. 'By bringing landmark experiences like the Sunburn Festival to Mumbai, we are actively building a robust music tourism ecosystem, one that attracts global attention, fuels local enterprise and positions our state as a thriving destination for next-generation cultural experiences.' Over the years, Sunburn has featured international headliners including Martin Garrix, DJ Snake, Tiësto and Swedish House Mafia, among others. Earlier this year, it also ranked at eighth position on DJ Mag's prestigious 'Top 100 Festivals of 2025' list. How and where to book tickets for Sunburn 2025: For the 2025 edition, tickets sales will open in two phases – an exclusive pre-sale for RuPay credit card holders will go live on August 12 at 12 PM, while general ticket sales will begin on August 14, also at 12 PM, through BookMyShow.
Economic Times
7 days ago
- Business
- Economic Times
NPCI's RuPay strikes strategic deal with BookMyShow to expand market presence
Synopsis RuPay has joined forces with BookMyShow to elevate the live entertainment experience for cardholders. This partnership unlocks exclusive perks such as early ticket access and reserved zones at major events like Sunburn 2025 and Lollapalooza India 2026. Additionally, users can enjoy tempting food offers while seamlessly navigating BookMyShow's digital platforms. RuPay of NPCI RuPay, the card payment network from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), has entered into a year-long partnership with BookMyShow and its parent company Bigtree Entertainment. The collaboration aims to offer cardholders added value at live entertainment events by combining digital and on-ground engagement with integrated payment the live entertainment market growing steadily in India, the tie-up will give RuPay users access to benefits at upcoming events such as Sunburn 2025, Lollapalooza India 2026, and Bandland 2026. These include early pre-sale access, dedicated ticketing zones, food and beverage offers, merchandise privileges, fast-lane entry for top-ups, and lounge access at select will also set up on-site interactive zones at some events to promote the brand and improve customer will support the initiative by integrating RuPay across its key digital touchpoints, including its homepage and post-transaction screens. This will guide users toward RuPay-linked offers and highlight the payment platform's role in supporting entertainment NPCI spokesperson said, 'Entertainment and cultural experiences are a growing area of interest, especially for younger, digital-first users. We are building deeper engagement with our users by connecting with what resonates with them. Through this partnership, we aim to offer meaningful value by combining access, ease, and exclusive benefits.' Samradha Tibrewala, Head – Partnerships and Revenue at BookMyShow, said, 'Live entertainment in India is evolving as audiences look for experiences that are more personalised and immersive. Our partnership with RuPay is a step toward making access and engagement more seamless for today's audiences.'
News18
7 days ago
- Business
- News18
Fibe raises Rs 225 cr via NCDs
Last Updated: Mumbai, Aug 5 (PTI) Non-bank lender Fibe on Tuesday said it has raised Rs 225 crore through the issue of non-convertible debentures (NCDs). Its investors include Franklin Templeton Alternative Investments Fund, and the funds will be deployed to strengthen lending operations, it said in a statement. ***** Special access for Rupay card holders to live concert tickets on Bookmyshow: NPCI * NPCI on Tuesday said Rupay card holders will get privileged access to biggest festivals and live concerts whose tickets are sold by Bookmyshow (BMS), for a year. The access, made possible through a collaboration between NPCI and BMS, will include pre-sale access, exclusive ticketing zones, curated food and beverage offerings and merchandise perks at events such as Sunburn 2025, Lollapalooza India 2026, Bandland 2026, as per a statement. The investment is an effort by the Indian government to back technologies that passively prevent explosions across fuel systems, including LPG tanks, diesel tankers, petrol reservoirs, and renewable fuel containers, as per a statement. PTI AA TRB view comments First Published: August 05, 2025, 21:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
NPCI's RuPay strikes strategic deal with BookMyShow to expand market presence
RuPay , the card payment network from the National Payments Corporation of India ( NPCI ), has entered into a year-long partnership with BookMyShow and its parent company Bigtree Entertainment. The collaboration aims to offer cardholders added value at live entertainment events by combining digital and on-ground engagement with integrated payment options. With the live entertainment market growing steadily in India, the tie-up will give RuPay users access to benefits at upcoming events such as Sunburn 2025, Lollapalooza India 2026, and Bandland 2026. These include early pre-sale access, dedicated ticketing zones, food and beverage offers, merchandise privileges, fast-lane entry for top-ups, and lounge access at select venues. RuPay will also set up on-site interactive zones at some events to promote the brand and improve customer engagement. BookMyShow will support the initiative by integrating RuPay across its key digital touchpoints, including its homepage and post-transaction screens. This will guide users toward RuPay-linked offers and highlight the payment platform's role in supporting entertainment experiences. An NPCI spokesperson said, 'Entertainment and cultural experiences are a growing area of interest, especially for younger, digital-first users. We are building deeper engagement with our users by connecting with what resonates with them. Through this partnership, we aim to offer meaningful value by combining access, ease, and exclusive benefits.' Samradha Tibrewala, Head – Partnerships and Revenue at BookMyShow, said, 'Live entertainment in India is evolving as audiences look for experiences that are more personalised and immersive. Our partnership with RuPay is a step toward making access and engagement more seamless for today's audiences.'
