Shillong, November 29, 2024: Following his electrifying performance in Mumbai earlier this year, where he promised fans he would be back, global superstar Ed Sheeran, has kept his promise, officially announcing his return to India in 2025 with the record-breaking + – = ÷ x Tour. After a massive, beloved and unforgettable sold-out show in Mumbai in March 2024, Ed Sheeran’s highly anticipated 2025 tour will cover six Indian cities, making it his most extensive tour in the region to date.
The tour kicks off in Pune on January 30th at Yash Lawns, followed by performances in Hyderabad on February 2nd at Ramoji Film City, Chennai on February 5th at YMCA Ground and Bengaluru on February 8th at NICE Grounds. Sheeran will then head to Shillong for a show on February 12th at JN Stadium, before concluding in Delhi NCR on February 15th at Leisure Valley Ground, each show destined to leave a lasting mark on Indian audiences.
Ed Sheeran: + – = ÷ x Tour 2025 in India is promoted by AEG Presents Asia and BookMyShow Live, the live entertainment experiential division of BookMyShow.
Exclusive Pre-Sale of tickets for HSBC Credit and Debit Cardholders will begin on December 9th, 2024 at 12 PM (Noon) IST on BookMyShow, with a special discount on limited tickets. General On-Sale of tickets for the Ed Sheeran: + – = ÷ x Tour in India will go live starting December 11th, 2024 at 4 PM IST on BookMyShow and www.edsheeran.com.
Fans will see Ed Sheeran in his purest form…just him, his guitar and Loopstation. They can expect an unforgettable setlist featuring iconic tracks from his decade-spanning career.
With nearly 200 million records sold globally, Ed Sheeran is an era-defining artist whose recent achievements include membership in Spotify’s Billions Club for an incredible 12 songs, including his hit ‘The A Team’, which recently surpassed 1 billion streams.
The 6-city tour of Ed Sheeran represents a significant milestone for BookMyShow Live in shaping the future of live entertainment in India and the region. By bringing world-class performances to cities beyond the usual metros, this tour helps democratise access to live entertainment, expanding music tourism and allowing fans across the country to experience top international artists without travelling abroad. This tour also underscores India’s growing potential as a live entertainment hub. With international artists recognising the massive, multi-generational fanbase here, it opens the door to greenfield opportunities for future events. Additionally, the tour will have a positive impact on local economies, boosting industries like hospitality, food & beverage, retail and transportation as fans travel to attend.
BookMyShow Live’s role in organising this A-list world-class tour in India reinforces its commitment to raising the bar for premium live entertainment experiences. By expanding the reach of global talent, BookMyShow Live is not only transforming the live entertainment sector but also positioning India as a key destination for top-tier performances on the global stage.
The 2025 India tour promises to deliver an intimate and electrifying concert experience, focusing on close-up performances that showcase Sheeran’s raw talent and deep connection with his fans. A more traditional stage design will complement Sheeran’s captivating storytelling front and centre, highlighting his soulful vocals, acoustic brilliance and heartfelt lyrics. The tour will spotlight his latest chart-topping album, alongside iconic fan favourites like ‘Shape of You’, ‘Thinking Out Loud’, ‘Perfect’, ‘Shivers’ and ‘Castle on the Hill’, a setlist designed to resonate with fans across generations.
Ed Sheeran’s return to India holds special significance, following his unforgettable concert in Mumbai in March 2024, where fans were left basking in the ‘Afterglow’ of an incredible night. Hailed as India’s biggest live music event yet, the Mumbai show brought Sheeran’s soulful presence and iconic hits like ‘Photograph’ and ‘Perfect’ to life, leaving a lasting impact on fans. As he prepares to electrify six Indian cities with his + – = ÷ x tour, audiences across the nation can look forward to more unforgettable performances, filled with cherished songs, breath-taking visuals and the unique magic that only Ed Sheeran can deliver.
Ed Sheeran has announced a series of + – = ÷ x Tour shows in Bhutan, India and the Middle East running from January to May 2025. Having launched his record-breaking + – = ÷ x Tour in Dublin in 2022, Sheeran has captivated audiences worldwide with over 134 electrifying performances to date. This upcoming run, alongside the European leg, marks the concluding chapter of his celebrated Mathematics era.
BookMyShow, India’s leading entertainment destination is the Official and Exclusive Ticketing partner for Ed Sheeran: + – = ÷ x Tour in India and is the solely authorised platform for tickets.
Ed Sheeran: + – = ÷ x Tour in India is supported by HSBC India, NEXA, Royal Challenge American Pride Soda and Meghalaya Tourism.
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