Coldplay's Ahmedabad Concerts Trigger Ticketing Controversy
Fans face frustration as tickets for Coldplay's Ahmedabad shows sell out rapidly, sparking allegations of black marketing.
- Coldplay announced additional Ahmedabad concerts on January 25 and 26, 2025, which sold out within minutes on BookMyShow.
- The rapid sell-out of tickets has led to widespread frustration among fans, with many unable to secure tickets despite long waits in virtual queues.
- Reselling platforms like Viagogo have listed tickets at exorbitant prices, with some reaching up to ₹2 lakh, highlighting concerns of black marketing.
- The Enforcement Directorate is investigating allegations of fraudulent ticket sales and black marketing, following similar issues with Coldplay's Mumbai concerts.
- BookMyShow has been criticized for its ticketing process, prompting legal actions and calls for stricter regulations to prevent ticket scalping.