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The highly anticipated sale of tickets for Coldplay's upcoming concerts in Mumbai faced a significant setback when the ticketing platform BookMyShow crashed just seconds before the sale was scheduled to go live. This incident left many fans disappointed and frustrated, highlighting the challenges of managing high demand for popular events in the digital age.
The crash occurred shortly before the platform was supposed to begin selling tickets for the band's concerts, scheduled to take place at the DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai on January 18th and 19th. This marked Coldplay's return to India after a nine-year absence, generating immense excitement among fans. Social media platforms quickly filled with expressions of disappointment and anger from users who were unable to access the website or secure tickets.
Despite the initial setback, BookMyShow managed to restore access to the site shortly after the crash, but the damage was already done. Users faced extremely long online queues, with some screenshots showing messages indicating that over six lakh (600,000) people were ahead of them in line. This demonstrated the overwhelming demand for the concerts, highlighting the need for platforms to be prepared for such surges in traffic.
In the midst of the ticketing chaos, Coldplay announced that they will release their new album, 'Moon Music', on October 4th, 2024. The album will be produced with a strong emphasis on sustainability, featuring LPs made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. This environmental focus reflects the band's commitment to social and environmental responsibility.
Beyond the Mumbai concerts, Coldplay's 'Music of the Spheres World Tour' continues to be a massive success, having sold over 10 million tickets since its launch in March 2022. This makes it the most attended tour by a group in history, spanning continents from Europe to Asia. The tour's popularity reflects the enduring appeal of Coldplay's music and the global fan base they have cultivated over the years.
Source: BookMyShow crashed seconds before Mumbai's Coldplay concert ticket went live