BookMyShow May Cancel Unethically Sold Coldplay India Tickets, Files Complaint

BookMyShow, which held the exclusive rights to sell tickets for the Coldplay India Tour, has filed a formal complaint against digital platforms selling tickets for the concert. In a statement shared by a BookMyShow spokesperson, it was also stated that tickets sold unethically may also be cancelled.

A BookMyShow spokesperson said, “In its continued fight against ticket scalping and black marketing of tickets for Coldplay’s Music Of The Spheres 2025 World Tour in India, BookMyShow has filed an FIR (First Information Report). ) formal on October 2, 2024. This action follows our initial complaint was proactively filed with the Mumbai Police on September 23, 2024, addressing these concerns well before a formal complaint was filed against us. BookMyShow’s FIR filed with Mumbai Police also urges authorities to probe unauthorized resale of tickets by individuals and platforms.

He added: “We have provided details of all the resellers who have come to our attention, including independent individuals reselling tickets for this tour on social media platforms such as Instagram, WhatsApp and beyond, as well as digital platforms such as Viagogo, Stubhub Holdings and Additionally, to assist the authorities in a thorough investigation. We remain vigilant in monitoring such cases of resale of tickets for this tour via black market channels and will continue to share all relevant information with authorities to ensure appropriate action is taken. the cancellation of those tickets that are sold – unethically.

“Our position remains clear and unchanged – BookMyShow vehemently condemns and opposes resale of tickets, which is considered illegal and punishable by law in India. BookMyShow has no association with such ticket sale/resale platforms. unauthorized tickets and/or with third party individuals/platforms for the purpose of reselling Coldplay’s Music Of The Spheres 2025 World Tour in India,” the spokesperson added.

Many people thought that the Indian tour of the iconic British band could be canceled due to legal issues. However, it was confirmed that the show would go ahead as planned: “From the outset, we have worked closely with the police and regulatory authorities to provide full support and cooperation in the investigation into this all-important matter. possible ways. required. Our authorized representatives and senior management have been available as required by the authorities, ensuring full transparency in sharing all necessary information with the EOW (Economic Offenses Wing). We would also like to clarify that Coldplay’s Music Of The Spheres 2025 world tour is planned. India will proceed as planned. Reports to the contrary are factually incorrect. »

“With 13 million (1.3 crore) fans eager to get tickets and tune in, emotions were running high on September 22, 2024. As the promoter and official ticketing platform bringing Coldplay to India, we at BookMyShow We’ve worked hard to ensure every fan has a fair chance at getting tickets, by pricing them affordably and also capping the purchase at 4 tickets per user for all shows, providing clear booking guides and step by step and maintaining transparent communication across all our official channels We remain committed to ensuring fairness and an authentic experience for all our consumers,” concluded the spokesperson.

Coldplay, the British pop group, is coming to India after eight years and is scheduled to perform in Mumbai on January 18, 19 and 21, 2025, as part of their Music of the Spheres world tour.

Tickets initially cost between Rs 2,500 and Rs 35,000. However, reseller tickets were offered between Rs 35,000 and Rs 3 lakh, and even more, on platforms like Viagogo.