Can't get Coldplay tickets? Watch it live at Indian multiplexes!
What's the story
Tried to get your hands on Coldplay tickets, but couldn't succeed? Don't worry!
In a groundbreaking move, Indian multiplexes will now air the Coldplay concerts live on big screens.
This comes after the success of live broadcasts of major events like cricket matches, the Ayodhya Ram Temple inauguration, and the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections results.
Now, fans can experience the iconic British band's performances in select cinemas across the country.
Concert details
Coldplay concerts to be live-streamed in select cinemas
The upcoming Coldplay concerts will be held at DY Patil Stadium near Mumbai on January 18, 19, and 21. They will then perform two shows at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on January 25 and 26.
An insider confirmed to Bollywood Hungama that all these shows will be premiered live in theaters.
The source added that fans can catch the experience at PVR Inox cinemas.
More details are awaited.
Statement
'You can comfortably sit and enjoy the experience'
The source told the portal, "As we all know there was a crazy demand to watch Coldplay's concert live due to its insane popularity in India."
"But many couldn't get tickets as the shows got full in no time. But they should not be worried as they can now head to a theater and experience the Coldplay magic on the big screen."
Ticket issue
Coldplay concert ticket controversy and police involvement
The India leg of Coldplay's Music Of The Spheres World Tour sparked controversy when most fans couldn't get their hands on the tickets via the booking app.
Tickets at exorbitant prices were soon available on resale websites, prompting police intervention in the issue.
On January 11, BookMyShow surprised fans by announcing they would reopen booking and sell limited tickets for these concerts on their platform. Those got sold out in minutes, too.