Yungblud’s long-awaited India debut turned into an emotional spectacle that no one at Lollapalooza India 2026 will soon forget. The British rock sensation performed for the first time in India on January 24 in Mumbai, and the response from the crowd left him visibly overwhelmed. Playing to an ocean of nearly 70,000 fans at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Yungblud ended his set in tears, stunned by the love and energy pouring from the audience. Videos of the emotional moment quickly went viral, with fans proudly sharing clips of the star taking in the deafening cheers.
Throughout the performance, Yungblud delivered his signature high-energy stage presence, leaping across platforms and screaming lyrics alongside fans who knew every word. Halfway through the set, he paused to address the crowd, expressing his deep connection with India. “India, I absolutely love you. Every time I come here, the love feels unreal,” he said, sending the audience into a frenzy. He went on to promise that this would not be a one-time appearance. “I’ll keep coming back — I want to be here every single year,” he declared, earning roaring applause from the packed festival grounds.
What made the night even more special was the intimacy he created despite the massive scale of the show. At one point, Yungblud stepped off the stage and moved directly into the crowd, singing among fans and blurring the boundary between performer and audience. In another standout moment, he noticed a sign held by a young fan named Soham, who had written that he wanted to play air guitar on stage. Without hesitation, Yungblud invited him up, turning the spontaneous interaction into one of the most talked-about highlights of the night.
The emotional peak came as Yungblud closed his set with a tribute to rock legend Ozzy Osbourne. Performing a heartfelt rendition of “Changes,” he ended his first Indian show on a moving note that left many in the crowd teary-eyed as well.
Meanwhile, Lollapalooza India 2026 launched in full force, transforming Mumbai into a global music hotspot. Day one was headlined by Playboi Carti, who brought explosive energy, fireworks, and smoke-filled theatrics while performing hits like “Carnival,” “Timeless,” and “Fe!n.” Other international acts including Mother Mother and Hot Milk kept the momentum high throughout the day.
With Day two set to feature Linkin Park’s highly anticipated India debut alongside Kehlani, LANY, Bloodywood, and Calum Scott, Lollapalooza India 2026 is already shaping up to be a landmark moment in the country’s live music history.