Kanye West's Delhi concert cancelled
New Delhi, May 15
The highly anticipated India debut concert of Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, has been cancelled.
Ye was scheduled to perform in Delhi on May 23, but the organisers announced that the show could no longer go ahead due to "security advisories and directives issued by the concerned government and law enforcement authorities."
On Friday, an official statement by White Fox, a popular global entertainment company, was released.
It read, "We are deeply disheartened to announce that Ye Live in India, scheduled for 23rd May 2026 in New Delhi, will not be able to proceed due to directives issued by officials. After months of planning and preparation for what was set to be one of the largest live productions ever staged in India, the safety and well-being of attendees and the citizens of India remain our highest priority during this sensitive time. We extend our sincere gratitude to every fan, partner, crew member, and supporter who stood with us throughout this journey."
The organisers are now looking forward to securing a new date and venue.
"Full refunds will be issued to all valid ticket holders who purchased through the official ticketing partner, District, within 5-7 business days. We are currently working with the artist's team to secure a new date and venue," the statement continued.
Ye is one of the most influential hip-hop acts of all time and the mastermind behind classic hip-hop albums like "The College Dropout", "Graduation", "808s and Heartbreak", "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy", among others and hit singles like 'Through the Wire', 'Stronger', 'Heartless', 'Runaway' and others. Artists like Travis Scott, Drake, and late Juice WRLD are some of the many artists he has influenced.
Recently, on March 28, he released his studio album "Bully", featuring Travis Scott, CeeLo Green, and Andre Troutman.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Another concert cancelled in Delhi! First the Diljit concert, now this. It's becoming a pattern. I hope the organisers find a new date soon. Ye's music is legendary. 🙏
I'm disappointed but not surprised. Security advisories are taken seriously for a reason. Hopefully they reschedule for a time when things are calmer. Stay safe everyone. 🔒
My tickets were booked and everything! 😭 But I understand. Security first. Kanye's music has influenced so many artists. 'My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy' is a masterpiece. Hope they bring him to Mumbai instead next time!
"Due to security advisories" - what does that even mean? Either be transparent or don't announce it in the first place. Fans deserve clarity. But yes, better to cancel than risk anyone's safety. Hope Ye understands.
This would have been epic! Ye in Delhi? Imagine the raps about India! 🇮🇳 But with the current climate, I'm not surprised. At least full refunds are being issued. Hopefully next year in a bigger venue. Runaway is one of my all-time favorites.
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