Get ready for a music festival experience like no other! Lollapalooza India has unveiled its headliners for the fourth edition, and the lineup is nothing short of explosive. Legendary American rock band Linkin Park and influential rapper Playboi Carti will headline the two-day festival in Mumbai on January 24 and 25, 2026. This marks a historic occasion, as both artists will be performing in India for the very first time, a debut that fans have been waiting for for years.
The festival, a flagship event from BookMyShow Live, is all set to transform Mumbai’s iconic Mahalaxmi Race Course into a music lover’s paradise, featuring over 40 international and Indian artists across four stages.
The news of Linkin Park headlining Lollapalooza India has sent shockwaves of excitement across the country. The band, known for their genre-defining hits like “In the End,” “Numb,” and “Crawling,” has a dedicated and passionate fanbase in India that has waited decades for this moment.
In a statement, band member Mike Shinoda expressed his excitement about their long-awaited India debut, saying, “India has been somewhere we’ve wanted to play for a long time. Our fans there are incredibly passionate, and we can’t wait to finally bring our live show to them.” The band’s performance will not only be a nostalgia trip for fans who grew up listening to their music but also an opportunity to experience their new sound and chapter.
Joining Linkin Park as a headliner is Playboi Carti, one of the most experimental and influential voices in modern hip-hop. Known for his unique style, high-energy live sets, and cult hits like “Magnolia,” Playboi Carti will bring his distinctive “rage” sound to the Indian stage for the very first time. He will also be joined by his fellow Opium labelmates, including Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely, and Homixide Gang, promising a one-of-a-kind hip-hop showcase.
Carti’s presence at the festival highlights Lollapalooza India’s commitment to bringing a diverse range of genres and artists to the country. His performance is a major draw for hip-hop fans, who have been waiting for a long time to see him live.
Beyond the headliners, Lollapalooza India 2026 boasts an impressive and eclectic lineup that spans genres from rock and EDM to synth-pop and folk. Other international acts include British artist YUNGBLUD, R&B singer Kehlani, electronic producers Knock2 and Sammy Virji, and the popular synth-pop act LANY. The festival also celebrates homegrown talent, with Indian artists like metal band Bloodywood, singer-songwriter Ankur Tewari & The Ghalat Family, and fusion artist Karsh Kale set to perform.
As the festival’s promoter and co-producer, BookMyShow Live, the live entertainment experiential division of BookMyShow, is spearheading the event alongside global producers Perry Farrell and C3 Presents. The festival’s fourth edition promises to be the biggest yet, with four stages, a wide array of food and beverages, art installations, and brand-forward experiences.
Following the announcement, early-bird passes for Lollapalooza India 2026 were snapped up within minutes, highlighting the soaring craze for live music in the country. Tickets are available on the BookMyShow website and the official Lollapalooza India website.
