BookMyShow, which had the exclusive rights to sell Coldplay India tour tickets, has filed a formal complaint against the digital platform that sells tickets for the concert. The statement shared by a BookMyShow spokesperson also said that tickets that have been sold unethically may also be cancelled.

Bookmyshow spokesperson said, “In the ongoing fight against ticket scalping and black marketing of tickets for Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour 2025 in India, Bookmyshow filed a formal FIR (First Information Report) on October 2, 2024 Is. Our initial complaint was proactively filed with the Mumbai Police on September 23, 2024, addressing these concerns long before any formal complaint was filed against us. BookMyShow’s FIR lodged with Mumbai Police also urges authorities to investigate unauthorized resale of tickets By individuals and platforms.”

He further added, “We have provided details of all resellers that have come to our attention, including those selling tickets for this tour on social media platforms such as Instagram, WhatsApp and beyond, as well as on Viagogo, StubHub Holdings and other digital platforms. We are also involved in monitoring such incidents of resale of tickets for the tour through black market channels to assist the authorities in a more thorough investigation. BookMyShow is assessing the possibility and will continue to share all relevant information with the authorities as it is unethical to cancel tickets that are being sold.”

“Our stand is clear and unchangeable – BookMyShow strongly condemns and opposes ticket resale, which is considered illegal and punishable by law in India. BookMyShow has no objection to any such unauthorized ticket sale/resale platform and/or any third party There is no connection with the person/platform. The spokesperson further said, for the purpose of reselling Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour 2025 in India.

Many people were speculating that India tour Iconic British Band May be canceled amid legal disputes. However, it was confirmed that the show would go on as planned: “From the very beginning, we have been working closely with the police and regulatory authorities to provide full support and cooperation in any way we can in the investigation of this matter.” Is necessary. Our authorized representatives and senior management officials are available to ensure complete transparency in sharing all necessary information with EOW (Economic Offenses Wing) as per requirement. We would also like to clarify that Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres World Tour in India in 2025 will go ahead as planned. Reports to the contrary are factually incorrect.”

“With 13 million (1.3 crore) fans eager to get tickets and log in, emotions were at their peak on September 22, 2024. As the promoter and official ticketing platform bringing Coldplay to India, at BookMyShow we have made sure that We’ve worked hard to ensure every fan has a fair chance at securing a ticket, with affordable pricing and a purchase limit of 4 tickets per user at all shows, providing clear, step-by-step booking guides and all our Maintaining transparent communications through official channels. We are committed to ensuring a fair and genuine experience for all our consumers,” the spokesperson concluded.

British pop band Coldplay is coming to India after eight years and is scheduled to perform in Mumbai on January 18, 19 and 21, 2025, as part of its Music of the Spheres World Tour.

Tickets were originally priced between Rs 2,500 and Rs 35,000. However, tickets on platforms like Viagogo were being sold at much higher prices, ranging from Rs 35,000 to Rs 3 lakh and even higher.