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Flipperachi to make Mumbai debut with high-voltage concert this March
Bahraini rap star brings his global hip-hop wave to Phoenix Marketcity on 13 March
MUMBAI: Global rap breakout Flipperachi is bringing his fast-rising Middle Eastern hip-hop sound to India, with a debut Mumbai concert slated for 13 March 2026 at Phoenix Marketcity. After racking up streams worldwide and building a cross-border fanbase, the Bahraini rapper is now eyeing one of the world’s most energetic live markets.
Produced and promoted by Eva Live and Zee Live, and powered by Mastercard, the show marks a key stop in Flipperachi’s global rise. The Mumbai gig promises an immersive set packed with his signature beats, high-octane visuals and crowd-led moments that have become a calling card at his international shows.
Flipperachi shot to prominence with the viral hit FA9LA and expanded his reach with a feature in the Bollywood film Dhurandhar. With raw lyricism, genre-blending tracks and candid storytelling, he has positioned himself among the most talked-about new voices in global rap, connecting with fans across languages and borders.
“India has shown me incredible love, and Mumbai is a city I’ve always wanted to perform in. The energy, the people, the culture, it all feels very familiar. This show is going to be loud, emotional and unforgettable. Mumbai, get ready!” Flipperachi said.
Deepak Choudhary, founder and managing director, Eva Live, called the rapper “a movement”. His rise, he said, has been organic and fan-driven. “Bringing his debut show to Mumbai was a no-brainer. This city understands global music, and we’re thrilled to present a show that reflects where hip-hop is headed next.”
Gareth Eswin Thomas, business head, Zee Live, framed the concert as part of a broader push. “Flipperachi represents the new wave of global hip-hop, where culture and music travel beyond borders. Our focus is to curate immersive experiences. Presenting his debut Mumbai show with Eva Live extends our premium Supermoon offering. This concert is set to elevate the live hip-hop experience for aficionados across the nation,” he said.
Zee Live, which curates properties across music, arts and spirituality, has been doubling down on hip-hop. It recently hosted Hanumankind’s HomeRun tour in Kochi and Bengaluru, drawing strong crowds and signalling a growing appetite for global rap acts in India.
Beyond Mumbai, Flipperachi is confirmed to perform in Bengaluru on 14 March at the UN40 Music Festival, making his India run short and his Mumbai stop especially coveted.
Ticket sales open in phases. An exclusive presale for HDFC Bank Mastercard credit and debit card holders runs from 14 February at 12:00 pm IST to 16 February at 12:00 pm IST. The Mastercard presale follows from 16 February at 12:30 pm IST to 19 February at 12:00 pm IST. General sales begin on 19 February from 12:30 pm IST on District by Zomato.
For Mumbai’s hip-hop faithful, the message is simple: a global rap wave is about to hit the city, and it plans to make noise.
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JioStar revenue hits Rs 9,784 crore as cricket fuels 22 per cent growth
A surge in digital viewership and sports dominance fuels a blockbuster quarter for the media giant
MUMBAI: JioStar is batting on a flat pitch. The media titan’s fourth-quarter results for the financial year 2026 reveal a business scaling new heights, propelled by an unprecedented appetite for premium sports and digital-first storytelling.
Gross revenue for the quarter soared by 22.15 per cent to Rs 9,784 crore, up from Rs 8,010 crore in the third quarter. Operationally, the momentum was equally strong; revenue from operations climbed 21 per cent to Rs 8,372 crore. These figures underscore the firm’s successful integration following the Reliance and Disney merger, creating a dominant force in the Indian market.
The annual performance has been nothing short of a spectacle. Full-year gross revenue reached a massive Rs 36,248 crore, while annual profit after tax hit Rs 3,210 crore. This rapid expansion reflects JioStar’s ability to capture and monetise the massive growth in India’s media consumption.
Cricket proved to be the ultimate growth engine. The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 and TATA IPL 2026 delivered “record-breaking viewership” across both television and digital screens. The World Cup final alone drew a global peak concurrency of 72.5 million on JioHotstar, cementing its status as the nation’s premier streaming destination. On television, JioStar maintained a commanding 34.2 per cent viewership share, reaching a staggering 810 million viewers nationwide.
The digital numbers were just as impressive. JioHotstar averaged 500 million monthly active users, driven by consistent subscriber growth and innovative AI-led content discovery tools. These advancements are ensuring that JioStar remains at the cutting edge of the global “Race for Attention.”
With a firm grip on the country’s most valuable sporting rights and a rapidly growing digital footprint, JioStar is perfectly positioned for the future. It has built the ultimate content powerhouse—one that is ready to dominate the Indian living room for years to come.
