Arijit Singh CANCELS Chennai concert, and Anirudh Ravichander pauses Bengaluru concert ticket sales after Pahalgam terror attack

On April 22, 2025, India was left in shock after a brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The attack, which reportedly killed 26 people, including both locals and tourists, has left the country grieving. Pahalgam, a peaceful valley often visited by travelers, became the site of a tragedy that has deeply shaken the nation.As families mourn and communities come together to offer their support, the entertainment world has also chosen to pause in respect.What was expected to be an exciting time for concerts and live events has turned into a period of mourning and reflection.Arijit Singh Cancels Chennai Concert in RespectIn light of the tragic events, Bollywood singer Arijit Singh has decided to cancel his upcoming concert in Chennai, scheduled for April 27, 2025. This decision came after much consideration and in agreement with the event organizers, who felt it was important to respect the victims of the attack and allow the nation to mourn.A statement from the organizers on social media explained, "IMPORTANT UPDATE. In light of the recent and tragic events, the organizers, along with the artist, have collectively decided to cancel the upcoming show scheduled to happen in Chennai this Sunday, April 27th. All ticket holders will receive full refunds, and the amount will be automatically refunded back to your original mode of payment. For any queries, write to [email protected]. Thank you for your understanding."Anirudh Ravichander Pauses Bengaluru Concert Ticket SalesOn the other hand, music composer Anirudh Ravichander, known for his hits in films like ‘Jailer,’ has paused his Hukum World Tour. His concert in Bengaluru, scheduled for June 1, 2025, was set to begin ticket sales on April 24, but the organizers decided to halt the sale due to the national grief following the Pahalgam attack.In a heartfelt statement, Anirudh shared, "The tragic events in Pahalgam have deeply shaken us all. Our heartfelt prayers and deepest condolences go out to the victims and their families."He continued, "Considering the current national situation, we are postponing the ticket sales for Second Show - HUKUM World Tour, Bengaluru, which was originally scheduled to go live today (24th April) at 2 PM. The new ticket sale date for the second show (June 1st) of the Hukum World Tour, Bengaluru, will be announced soon."