Coldplay’s upcoming Ahmedabad concert, part of their Music of the Spheres World Tour, has ignited fan excitement and outrage alike as ticket prices on resale platforms like Viagogo skyrocket to ₹80,000. Originally priced between ₹2,500 and ₹12,500 on BookMyShow, resale listings on Viagogo are now demanding five to six times the original value, leaving fans frustrated.
The controversy mirrors the situation during Coldplay’s Mumbai ticket sales, where similar price inflations on Viagogo led to public outrage. Despite the criticism, Viagogo maintains that it is an independent marketplace allowing individuals to resell tickets. The platform clarified it has no affiliation with BookMyShow, emphasizing that ticket sources include event organizers, corporate holders, and fans unable to attend.
Viagogo, however, has a history of criticism for inflating prices and selling counterfeit tickets, prompting legal actions in multiple countries. This has led to scrutiny from consumer rights organizations and mandates from authorities like the UK Competition & Markets Authority for more transparent operations.
With Coldplay set to perform at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on January 25, 2025, ticket demand remains at an all-time high. Fans are advised to exercise caution when purchasing tickets from resale platforms to avoid scams or exorbitant pricing. While Coldplay fever continues to grip the nation, the rising costs of tickets have dampened the excitement for many fans.
