Ed Sheeran Defends Street Concert Shut Down by Police in India

On February 9, 2023, Ed Sheeran performed a street concert in India that was unexpectedly interrupted by police. The incident has sparked discussions, and Sheeran is now defending the event on social media.

Sheeran took to his Instagram story to clarify that they had received prior permission to perform in the specific location. "We had permission to busk btw, hence us playing in that exact spot, was planned out before, it wasn't just us randomly turning up," he explained.

As he performed, the police arrived and unplugged his microphone while he was singing his hit song "Shape of You." Despite the disruption, Sheeran maintained a positive attitude. He smiled at the crowd, shrugged his shoulders, and concluded the performance with grace, saying, "All good though. See ya at the show tonight x."

The moment when the police intervened was captured by a fan and shared online. In a lighthearted response, Sheeran joked in his Instagram story, "Think he prefers @brunomars," commenting on the officer's action.

At the time of the incident, Sheeran was in India for the international leg of his Mathematics tour, performing at the NICE Grounds in Bengaluru. Fans were delighted to unexpectedly stumble upon his street performance, with one user on X (formerly Twitter) expressing their excitement: "Went for a casual walk on Church Street and stumbled upon Ed Sheeran performing live. What a city!"

Despite the abrupt conclusion to the street concert, Ed Sheeran's presence and performance left a lasting impression on the attendees, showcasing his ability to connect with fans in an informal setting.

In the week leading up to the event, Sheeran shared a series of photos from his time in India on Instagram, offering fans insight into his travels and experiences in the country. He highlighted the significance of the moments he captured in a caption on his post.

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