Coldplay, the renowned British rock band, is set to make history with its most massive concert in India, exclusively streamed on Disney+ Hotstar, marking the platform’s foray into live music content.
In a landmark streaming deal, the Republic Day performance on January 26 from Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium will be accessible to viewers all over India. The deal includes exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of the band.
In partnership with Cisco, the streaming deal will leverage Disney+ Hotstar’s advanced technology infrastructure to provide a “seamless and immersive experience.” In a promotional message for the stream, lead singer Chris Martin expressed his excitement, “Namaste to all our friends in India. We’re thrilled to share that on the 26th of January, our show from Ahmedabad will be streaming live on Disney+ Hotstar, so you can watch it from anywhere in India. We hope you’ll join us — we’re so excited to visit your beautiful country. Sending lots of love!”
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Sanjog Gupta, CEO of JioStar — Sports, speaking on the partnership with Coldplay stated, “At Disney+ Hotstar, we have revolutionized India’s entertainment and sports consumption by captivating viewers with unparalleled immersive experiences and consistently delivering value to our partners, advertisers, and audiences. Our collaboration with Coldplay symbolizes our dedication to bringing iconic cultural experiences to audiences nationwide. By leveraging our advanced technology and unmatched reach, we are breaking the barriers around privileged access to premium entertainment, making it available for all, fostering a shared celebration across the country.”
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The concert is a part of Coldplay’s record-breaking “Music of the Spheres World Tour,” which has become the highest-grossing rock tour in history. The band is scheduled to perform at Mumbai’s D.Y. Patil Stadium on January 18, 19, and 21, before the concerts at Ahmedabad on January 25 and 26.
FAQs:
Q1: Where can I watch Coldplay’s biggest-ever Indian concert?
A1: The concert will be streamed exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar.
Q2: When is the concert scheduled?
A2: The concert is scheduled to be held on the Indian Republic Day, January 26.
Q3: Where is the concert taking place?
A3: The concert is taking place at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.
Q4: What does the streaming deal include?
A4: The streaming deal includes exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of the band and a promise of a “seamless and immersive experience.”
Q5: What is the “Music of the Spheres World Tour”?
A5: The “Music of the Spheres World Tour” is Coldplay’s latest concert tour, which has become the highest-grossing rock tour in history.
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