Ed Sheeran’s Surprise Busking Session Gets Cut Short
Fans on Bengaluru’s Church Street got the surprise of a lifetime when Ed Sheeran pulled out his guitar for an impromptu street performance. The British pop star, currently touring India, started singing Shape of You, drawing a cheering crowd. But just a minute in, local police stepped in and shut it down—despite reports that Sheeran had prior permission.
Viral Video Shows the Moment Cops Pulled the Plug
A video circulating on social media captures the moment Sheeran was forced to stop mid-performance. The clip shows him singing while fans sing along—until his mic goes silent. Reports suggest that authorities literally pulled the plug, leaving onlookers confused and disappointed.
“International artist @edsheeran was stopped playing in #Bangalore at Church Street. Even though he had the permission. Literally! The cops pulled the plug. Damn sad!” – X user @KeypadGuerilla
The unexpected intervention has sparked backlash online, with fans questioning why Sheeran’s street performance was abruptly halted.
Bengaluru is the Only Indian City Hosting Back-to-Back Shows
The shutdown comes just ahead of Sheeran’s second show in the city. Due to overwhelming demand, he added an extra date at NICE Grounds, making Bengaluru the only Indian city on his Mathematics Tour to host consecutive performances.
Ed Sheeran has always been vocal about his love for India. “Every time I come back, it feels more exciting. In 2014, I had no idea people liked my music here. But after my first visit in 2015, I saw the craze firsthand,” he once shared.
Ed Sheeran’s India Tour: A Look Back
Sheeran’s Mathematics Tour, named after his hit albums (Plus, Multiply, Divide, Equals, and Subtract), marks his third visit to India. He previously performed in the country in 2015 and 2017.
While fans gear up for his big show, the sudden police intervention has sparked fresh debate. If Sheeran really had permission, why was he stopped?