Sunburn Holi Weekend 2026 Announces Five-City India Tour Featuring KSHMR
The global electronic music icon brings his signature cinematic sound to India this March, including his debut performance in Bhubaneswar
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Sunburn Holi Weekend, long synonymous with colour-soaked celebrations and high-energy electronic music, is set to return in 2026 with a major highlight,global EDM star KSHMR headlining a five-city India tour. Produced and promoted by Sunburn, Asia’s premier electronic dance music platform, the tour promises a vibrant fusion of music, culture and festive spirit.
Sunburn Holi Weekend 2026 ft. KSHMR will kick off in Mumbai on March 3, 2026, featuring a special performance by DJ Chetas, before travelling to Chennai on March 4, Bengaluru on March 6, Bhubaneswar on March 7 and concluding in Hyderabad on March 8, 2026. Marking a key milestone, the tour will see KSHMR make his debut performance in Bhubaneswar, bringing his globally celebrated live experience to the city for the first time. Tickets for all shows will be available exclusively on BookMyShow.
Born Niles Hollowell-Dhar, KSHMR rose to prominence after producing chart-topping hip-hop and pop anthems including Like A G6, before emerging as one of dance music’s most influential solo artists. With global hits such as Secrets with Tiësto, Kids featuring MKLA, Bad, My Best Life and Power, KSHMR boasts 10 Beatport No.1s, a DJ Mag Best Live Act award, and a strong creative footprint through his Dharma Worldwide label and the widely used Sounds of KSHMR production packs.
A long-time favourite among Indian audiences, KSHMR shares a deep creative association with Sunburn, having also contributed to the Sunburn Festival 2024 anthem ‘Khoye Yahaan’ with OTIOT ft. KEL. His performances are known for their immersive storytelling, cinematic scale and emotional depth, positioning him as a defining force in the evolution of India’s electronic music culture.
Speaking about the tour, KSHMR said, “India has shaped my music in more ways than people realise, so coming for Sunburn Holi Weekend feels especially full-circle. Holi is a festival that celebrates colour, rhythm and shared emotion,the same elements that run through my sound. Taking this experience across five cities allows me to express that connection more deeply.”
Karan Singh, CEO, Sunburn, added, “Sunburn Holi Weekend has evolved into a cultural marker for music lovers across India. Bringing KSHMR into this moment feels organic,his music balances global electronic sensibilities with deep Indian influences. This five-city tour reflects both the scale of anticipation and our intent to deliver meaningful, world-class electronic music experiences across the country.”
A former member of pop-EDM duo The Cataracs, KSHMR has been a global festival mainstay since breaking out as a solo artist in 2014, regularly headlining stages at Tomorrowland, Ultra Music Festival and Electric Daisy Carnival. In India, his consistent incorporation of Indian sounds and narratives,along with collaborations featuring artists like DIVINE and Raja Kumari,has forged a strong emotional connection with fans.
With a sound that blends cinematic orchestration, big-room EDM and Indian classical influences, KSHMR’s return for Sunburn Holi Weekend 2026 promises a powerful celebration of music, culture and colour.
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