The first edition of the UN40 Music Festival wrapped up successfully at NICE Grounds, Bengaluru, bringing together close to 18,000 attendees over two days for a vibrant celebration of music, comedy, food and interactive experiences.
Designed as more than just a concert by Saregama Live, UN40 aimed to create a space where the energy extended beyond the stage.
From live artist performances and creator-led comedy sets to a buzzing beer garden featuring the FilterCopy pre-game party, creator performances, interactive games, gaming zones and curated food stalls, the festival turned every corner of the venue into an experience waiting to be discovered.
The musical line-up across both days featured a mix of artists who kept the crowd engaged throughout the weekend, including Aditya Rikhari, Shalmali Kholgade, Paradox, Pragati Nagpal, Raja Kumari and Reble, Thaikkudam Bridge, Paal Dabba, Maahi among others. Day 1 of the festival culminated in a high-energy headline performance by the OG rockstar superstar Himesh Reshammiya, who had the crowd singing along to several of his most popular tracks. Day 2 saw Talwiinder bring his signature sound to the stage, closing out the festival weekend on a memorable note.
In addition to the performances, attendees were delighted to witness unique and lesser-expected feel-good experiences across the venue. From roaming masseuses offering quick breaks between sets and surprise shots making their way through the crowd to photographers capturing candid memories and interactive activities popping up around the grounds, these moments encouraged festival-goers to pause, participate and soak in the atmosphere with friends.
Speaking about the vision behind the festival, Siddharth Anand Kumar, Executive Vice President – Films, Series and Events at Saregama, said, “The way audiences engage with live entertainment is evolving. People today are looking for experiences that go beyond just watching a performance. With UN40, the idea was to build a festival where the audience could spend the entire day discovering something new — whether it was music, comedy, food, games or spontaneous moments across the venue. It was incredibly rewarding to see people embrace the festival in that spirit over the two days.”
With a strong turnout and enthusiastic participation, the debut edition of UN40 Music Festival has added a fresh new experience to Bengaluru’s live entertainment calendar. Building on this momentum, the festival will return for its second edition in February 2027, promising an even bigger celebration of music, culture and shared moments.
