In a landmark cultural moment, Post Malone, one of the world’s most influential and genre-blurring artists, took the stage in Guwahati for his first-ever solo headline performance in the country.
Produced and promoted by BookMyShow Live, the live entertainment experiential division of BookMyShow and Live Nation, in collaboration with the Government of Assam, the concert marked a defining milestone for fans across the Northeast and for India’s rapidly expanding live entertainment landscape, underscoring the readiness and growing appetite of tier-two hubs for world-class, global-scale events.
Singer Kayan kicked off the evening with her warm vocals and genre-fluid sound, setting the tone for the night, the perfect prelude to Post Malone’s set. A mellow, immersive performance that drew everyone in, with Kayan’s style keeping the crowd grounded, yet electrified. She delivered some of her most popular songs, such as Cool kids, Good kinda love and Hold me down, which showcased her signature blend of soulful R&B, indie vibes and raw emotion.
At one point, she turned to the crowd and said, ‘I am grateful to be back in India and in Zubeen Garg’s homeland’. These were the moments when the venue erupted, phones lit up, and thousands of voices merged into one giant chorus, an energy Guwahati experienced for the very first time.
By the time Post Malone stepped onto the stage, the atmosphere transformed into something electric. Dressed in his signature relaxed style, he wore a white T-shirt featuring a graphic of the Indian map with the Taj Mahal prominently depicted and ‘India’ inscribed below. With a guitar slung over his shoulder, he stepped into the spotlight to a roar that swept across the Khanapara Veterinary Ground. From the very first chord, the connection was instant. His seamless blend of rap, rock, pop and country unfolded like a cinematic journey, shifting effortlessly between soaring guitar-driven moments and laid-back anthems that had the crowd singing along to every lyric.
Much like his celebrated international shows, Malone crafted an emotional arc rather than a conventional setlist. From Rockstar and Congratulations to Circles and Sunflower, he captivated fans with his biggest chart-toppers. (ANI)
