Coldplay to Diljit Dosanjh: Battling the fake ticket menace, India’s music scene is on the edge

After Diljit Dosanjh and Coldplay’s tickets went live, fan frenzy led to several of them getting duped by getting fake tickets of the concerts.

In the coming weeks, India will welcome some of the biggest names in international music, including Bryan Adams, Maroon 5, and Coldplay. While fans are thrilled, there’s a cloud over the excitement — the rise of fake ticket sales and ticket scalping, where tickets are bought in bulk and resold at inflated prices. The issue came to light recently during Diljit Dosanjh’s Dil-luminati concert in Delhi in October, where many fans were left disappointed after unknowingly purchasing fake tickets or paying steep prices to scalpers. A few days later, at his Jaipur show, Dosanjh addressed the situation, expressing regret to fans: “If anyone has been affected by a ticket scam, I apologise. We are not responsible for this. Authorities are looking into the matter. Our tickets sold out so fast, even we didn’t get to know.”

Zomato Live, the official ticketing partner for Dosanjh’s concert, also spoke on the issue. A spokesperson shared, “Our goal is always to be a ‘fan first’ platform and ensure a fair experience for all.” They further noted, “We have taken legal action against fraudulent websites and individuals imitating our platform to sell fake tickets. We are working closely with authorities to shut down these operations and will continue to pursue legal action against anyone involved in ticket scalping.” As fans eagerly await upcoming concerts, efforts to curb these fraudulent practices are underway to ensure a smooth experience.