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'Are we really a poor nation?': Engineer claims Coldplay made $50 million from India tour


Published on 2025-01-29 09:04:18 - MSN
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  • Speculations about the band's earnings reached $50 million, igniting debates on wealth and entertainment costs in the nation.

The article discusses the financial success of Coldplay's tour in India, where an engineer named Anshul Jain highlighted that the band earned approximately $50 million from their two concerts in Mumbai. This claim was based on the ticket sales and pricing, with tickets ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 38,000, and the concerts being sold out. Jain's analysis sparked a debate on social media about the economic status of India, questioning the narrative of India being a poor nation when such high-priced events can be sold out. The discussion also touched on the spending habits of the Indian middle and upper classes, suggesting that there is significant disposable income among certain segments of the population. This event has led to reflections on wealth distribution, economic disparity, and the cultural impact of international artists in India.

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