On Sunday morning, global pop sensation Ed Sheeran surprised fans in Bengaluru with an impromptu street performance on Church Street. However, the show was cut short by local police, leaving fans bewildered. A viral video captured the incident, sparking a heated debate online.
Viral Video Sparks Mixed Reactions
A Reddit user shared the viral clip, captioning it, “A police officer pulled the plug when Ed Sheeran surprised everyone on Church Street” (laughing emojis). In the video, Ed Sheeran can be seen performing his iconic track Shape of You, dressed casually with sunglasses. While engaging with the crowd, he said, “We have the permission to be here, but this policeman is shutting it down.”
The incident drew divided reactions from fans.
- One Reddit user commented: “Hahaha. One of those ‘Only in India’ moments.”
- Another wrote: “It’s just very embarrassing.”
- A social media user humorously remarked, “Iska challan pounds mein niklega (his fine will be issued in pounds).”
On the other hand, some users defended the police’s actions:
- “He’s just doing his job!” one user wrote.
- Another commented: “Lmaooo, uncle doesn’t discriminate between goras and local street singers! He deserves an award.”
One concerned user drew comparisons to the Pushpa 2 stampede incident, warning that such performances could create chaos.
Bengaluru Police Yet to Comment
Despite Ed Sheeran claiming that he had the necessary permission for the gig, the Bengaluru Police have not issued an official statement about the incident.
Ed Sheeran India Tour 2025: Next Stops
Ed Sheeran is currently in India as part of his Mathematics World Tour. He has already performed in Hyderabad and Chennai, where he delighted fans by collaborating with legendary composer A.R. Rahman for a special rendition of the classic Urvasi song.
Sheeran’s upcoming performances are:
- Bengaluru: February 8
- Shillong: February 12
- Delhi NCR: February 15
