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Ed Sheeran Stopped from Street Performance in Bengaluru
- Ed Sheeran stopped from busking in Bengaluru as police cite lack of permission.
- Viral video shows police unplugging Sheeran’s microphone on Church Street.
- Fans react online, while officials insist all performers must follow local rules.
British pop sensation Ed Sheeran was stopped from busking in Bengaluru on Sunday, as local police cited a lack of necessary permissions.
A viral video captured an officer unplugging Sheeran’s microphone on Church Street, a popular shopping and entertainment hub. Authorities later explained that his team’s request to perform was denied to prevent congestion.
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However, Sheeran took to Instagram to clarify: “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. All good though. See you at the show tonight.”
The incident occurred just hours before his Mathematics Tour concert at NICE Grounds in Bengaluru.
Fans criticized the police intervention, with one commenting: “We live in an uncleocracy. And there’s nothing uncles love more than to stop young people from having fun.” However, BJP MP PC Mohan defended the move, stating: “Even global stars must follow local rules – no permit, no performance!”
Sheeran is currently on a 15-day India tour, having performed in Pune, Hyderabad, and Chennai, with upcoming shows in Shillong and Delhi.
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At his Bengaluru concert, he delighted fans by singing two local Telugu songs with singer Shilpa Rao. He also collaborated with sitar artist Megha Rawoot on a rendition of his global hit Shape of You.
India’s concert economy is booming, with the live music industry projected to reach $700-900 million, according to a Bank of Baroda report. Sheeran’s tour follows Dua Lipa’s Mumbai show and Coldplay’s multi-city performances, reflecting the country’s growing appetite for global live entertainment.
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