Indian rapper Badshah will headline The O2 Arena in London on March 22, 2026, marking a historic milestone for Indian hip hop. The event is part of his upcoming world tour.
A Historic Moment for Indian Hip-Hop
New Delhi: It's a moment of immense pride for the Indian music industry as renowned rapper, singer-songwriter, and producer Badshah has officially announced that he will perform his first solo headline show at London's iconic The O2 Arena on March 22, 2026. With this announcement, Badshah becomes the first Indian rapper to perform a full-scale show on this world-class stage.
While select Indian artists like A.R. Rahman, Arijit Singh, Siddha Sriram, and Diljit Dosanjh have performed at The O2 before, this will be the first time an Indian rapper will headline the venue.
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This list includes some of the world's biggest names—Beyoncé, Adele, Elton John, Justin Bieber, Madonna, and more—Badshah will now join this elite list.
In 2024, Badshah performed a surprise performance on this very stage during Diljit Dosanjh's Dil-Luminati Tour, and at that time, he told his fans that one day he would headline the stage himself. This dream is set to come true in 2026, which he considers the biggest achievement of his career.
The show promises a nearly three-hour-long performance, featuring his hits from across the decade, superhit chartbusters, and new releases. The event will feature a high-tech stage setup, interactive visuals, a live band, and world-class technology.
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More than 15,000 fans are expected to attend this event, making it a milestone in the history of Indian hip-hop.
Tickets for this show will be available exclusively on Ticketmaster.co.uk and AXS.com.
Artist Presale: December 9, 2025
General Sale: December 12, 2025
O2 and Virgin Media Broadband customers will be able to book tickets 48 hours before the general sale.
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This move by Badshah is significant not only for his career but also for the global recognition of Indian hip-hop. It sends a message that Indian music is no longer limited to India—but has found its place on the global stage.
