Music and Youth
Ride high with music as imagica goes supersonic
MUMBAI: Shout out to thrill seekers! Vh1 Supersonic is here to serve you with an incredible summer escapade at India’s largest theme park destination Imagica. The multi-genre music festival, Vh1 Supersonic, which set the stage on fire at Pune in February this year, is back with specially curated artists to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Imagica. Offering a wide plethora of thrilling and exciting rides and attractions for guests of all age, Imagica is geared to celebrate its fantastic 5 years with the India’s favorite artists Zaeden and Lost Stories. The special anniversary bash that ensues 4 pm onwards on Saturday, 26th May, is sure to enthral all guests with enrapturing late night rides, and an ecstatic night parade.
Gear up to witness headlining acts by Zaeden and Lost Stories as they set the mood along with supporting acts by talented artists like DJ and music producer Su Real and hip-hop, bass artiste PaperQueen amidst the theme park. Zaeden, whose on stage enthusiasm translates into a remarkable energy will give some awe-inspiring music. Lost Stories, who has been responsible for captivating and spearheading the Electronic Dance Music scene in India will raise your heartbeats with their ecstatic feel. From intensifying, feet-tapping music to the Grand Imagica Parade, along with a plethora of F&B options to indulge into, Vh1 Supersonic Takeover in association with Imagica has a lot to offer!
Speaking about the association with Vh1 Supersonic Takeover, Imagica, Joint Chief Executive Officer, Dhimant Bakshi said, “Since our inception 5 years back, our continued efforts have remained towards creating delightful memories for each of our guests in a safe, clean and happy environment. We strive to bring the best of experiences, at par with international standards at our parks, ensuring a fantastic time for all our guests. To elevate the fun-factor for guests, it was only natural for us to amplify excitement for this milestone anniversary by celebrating with nothing but the best.” He also added, “Vh1 Supersonic Takeover promises an immersive musical experience for its consumers, and has perfect synergy with our vision to create happy and fun memories for a lifetime for all our guests. We are all very – excited to turn 5 with Vh1 Supersonic Takeover.”
MUMBAI: Mumbai is about to witness something it has never seen before. The Global Youth Festival arrives on 6-7 December at Jio World Garden with 15,000 attendees and 60-plus experiences sprawled across six sprawling arenas. On its sixth edition, this is no ordinary jamboree—it is a carefully orchestrated collision of wellness, adventure, arts, music, yoga and social change.
Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis will throw open the proceedings with a landmark ceremony, signalling the state’s backing for a movement that has already mobilised youth across 20-plus countries and 170-plus cities. The sheer scale is staggering: 500-plus volunteers powering the machine, 600,000-plus volunteer hours logged across previous editions, and millions of lives touched annually.
The speaker roster is formidable. Diipa Büller-Khosla and Dipali Goenka, chief executive of Welspun India, will share the stage with Malaika Arora in conversations spanning leadership, creativity and culture. Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Mansukhbhai Mandaviya will also attend, reinforcing GYF’s reach into the corridors of power.
But this is not mere talk. The Solaris Mainstage promises concerts from renowned Indian artists. Innerverse delivers a 360-degree LED spectacle of art, technology and sound. The Love and Care Arena houses hands-on projects spanning women’s empowerment, child education, rural upliftment and animal welfare. India’s largest outdoor sound-healing experience awaits. An inflatable obstacle course, neon drifter karts and open-sky bouldering cater to thrill-seekers.
Some have branded GYF the “Coachella of Consciousness.” Others call it “India’s Largest Sober Festival.” Spiritual visionary Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji, who inspired the festival, will deliver the Wisdom Masterclass. Every rupee goes to charity.
After Mumbai comes Kolkata on 14 December. New York looms next year. For one weekend in December, Mumbai becomes the epicentre of youth-driven change—and nothing will be quite the same after.
Tickets available on BookMyShow. Visit youthfestival.srmd.org or follow @globalyouthfestival on Instagram.
