Lollapalooza India lineup out: Linkin Park, Playboi Carti to headline
What's the story
The much-awaited artist lineup for Lollapalooza India 2026 has been announced, with global rock icons Linkin Park and hip-hop sensation Playboi Carti headlining the event. The festival is scheduled to be held at Mumbai's Mahalaxmi Race Course on January 24 and 25 next year, marking the event's fourth edition in India.
Headliners
Linkin Park making their debut in India
The festival's lineup includes a mix of iconic artists, viral hitmakers, and India's indie pioneers. Linkin Park, celebrated for their distinctive sound and over 100 million albums sold globally, are set to make their debut in India. With multiple GRAMMYs to their name and a legacy that has influenced an entire generation, the band is officially coming to India. Organizers say fans will be battling fiercely for tickets to witness their raw, unmatched sound live.
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Hip-hop takeover
Other international artists performing at the festival
Playboi Carti, famous for cult tracks like Magnolia and Stop Breathing, will also take the stage at the festival. He will be accompanied by his Opium label artists Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely, and Homixide Gang. The lineup further includes global stars such as YUNGBLUD, Kehlani, Knock2, LANY, Sammy Virji, Fujii Kaze, The Midnight, and Calum Scott.
Local talent
India's indie front-runners and new music talent
The festival will also feature India's indie front-runners such as Ankur Tewari & The Ghalat Family and Karsh Kale. The discovery stage of Lollapalooza 2026 will showcase new Indian music talent, including OAFF x Savera, MXRCI, Sen, Zoya, Gini, and Pacifist, among others. Tickets for the festival are now available on lollaindia.com or BookMyShow.