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Sunburn Arena brings Deadmau5 to Mumbai for 25th-anniversary performance
Mumbai- Sunburn Arena, premier electronic dance music (EDM) IP (Intellectual Property), announced its first-ever arena show of the season featuring the iconic Canadian music producer and DJ deadmau5 A.K.A. Joel Thomas Zimmerman! This highly anticipated event marks the return of deadmau5 to India, promising an unforgettable night of groundbreaking music on July 12th, 2024, at NESCO Centre in Mumbai.
Tickets for Sunburn Arena ft. deadmau5 will go live at 12 PM on 30 May 2024, exclusively on BookMyShow. Ticket prices start at Rs. 1200/-.
With a career spanning over two decades, deadmau5 has consistently pushed the boundaries of electronic music, earning six Grammy Award nominations in the process. Deadmau5’s influence on the EDM landscape is undeniable from headlining major festivals to dominating the charts. His chart-topping success is matched by multiple prestigious awards, including Best Electronic Artist, Album of the Year and Best Live Performance. His groundbreaking contributions to the EDM genre have earned him the respect and admiration of his peers, cementing his status as a true visionary in electronic music. Celebrated for their immersive experience, deadmau5’s performances combine cutting-edge technology, stunning visuals and pulsating beats that captivate audiences worldwide.
Globally, deadmau5 is known for his work in progressive house and electro-house, as well as other electronic music genres like techno. His repertoire includes some of the most beloved and trending tracks in EDM, such as ‘Glowing Nights’, ‘Echoes of Euphoria’ and ‘Rhythm Revolution’, each amassing millions of streams and rave reviews. After a decade, deadmau5 is set to return with an immersive audio-visual spectacle that showcases his signature sound and unparalleled stage presence, promising to captivate audiences once again.
Commenting on coming back to India, deadmau5 said, “I am thrilled to be back in India after a decade and perform for my Indian fans after such a long time. The energy and love of the Indian crowd are truly unmatched and I cannot wait to share this special moment with all of you!”
Adding to this, Sunburn CEO Karan Singh said, “Sunburn Arena has always aimed to bring the most electrifying and memorable experiences to our audiences, and this exclusive show featuring deadmau5 will be nothing short of epic. We are thrilled to welcome deadmau5 back to India after a decade and we look forward to an unforgettable night filled with cutting-edge music, stunning visuals and an immersive atmosphere that fans will cherish!”
Known for his signature stage helmet, also known as his mau5head, fans of the EDM DJ eagerly await his next big-stage spectacle and earth-shattering productions. Deadmau5 arose at a time when EDM was becoming one of the most popular genres in the west, growing into one of the defining superstars of the late 2000s and early 2010s EDM boom. He has now embarked on his ‘retro5pective: 25yrs of Deadmau5’ tour celebrating 25 years of innovation, collaboration and unforgettable memories.
Sunburn Arena, known for bringing top-tier international artists to India, is committed to providing an unparalleled live music experience, as it continues to set the bar high with an electrifying lineup of arena shows. The deadmau5 show will feature state-of-the-art production, ensuring that fans can enjoy his performance in a setting that enhances the overall sensory experience. Sunburn has previously hosted some of the biggest names in the global music scene, including the iconic Martin Garrix India Tour, Armin Van Buuren, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Black Coffee and the unforgettable Marshmello Holi Weekend Tour.
Sunburn Arena ft. deadmau5 is presented by Absolut Mixers, driven by Hyundai and styled by Jack & Jones.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of history as Sunburn Arena kicks off its season with an unforgettable night of music, energy and euphoria!
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Prime Video unveils trailer for Tamil series Exam, streaming May 15
Dushara Vijayan, Aditi Balan headline scam thriller set in exam world
CHENNAI: Prime Video has dropped the official trailer of its upcoming Tamil Original series Exam, a high-stakes suspense drama set in the murky world of competitive entrance exams.
Backed by creative producers Pushkar and Gayatri under Wallwatcher Films, the seven-episode series is written and directed by National Award-winner A. Sarkunam. It stars Dushara Vijayan and Aditi Balan in lead roles, with Abbas playing a pivotal character.
Set in the fictional town of Thykara, the series follows Jhansi, played by Dushara Vijayan, as she attempts to expose a deep-rooted scam, aided by her mentor Jayachandran, played by Abbas. Standing in her way is DSP Maramalli, portrayed by Aditi Balan, setting up a tense face-off driven by ambition, pressure and moral choices.
The show will stream from May 15 on Prime Video in India and across more than 240 countries and territories. It will be available in Tamil, with dubbed versions in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam and Kannada, along with subtitles in 15 languages.
Writer-director A. Sarkunam said the story aims to resonate across geographies and social strata, going beyond the scam to explore ambition, pressure and the consequences of personal choices. He added that the narrative unfolds through the intersecting journeys of Jhansi and Maramalli, building tension as their worlds collide.
Dushara Vijayan described Jhansi as a fierce and determined character, calling the role both demanding and rewarding, with the story capturing the difficult choices her character must make.
Aditi Balan said the series offers a hard-hitting look at the exam ecosystem, adding that her character is layered and shaped by both internal conflict and external pressures.
Abbas, marking his return to mainstream Tamil entertainment, said the series stands out for its layered storytelling and unpredictable twists, with his character adding depth to the central narrative.
With its mix of suspense, social commentary and character-driven storytelling, Exam is shaping up to be a tense watch as it dives into one of India’s most high-pressure systems.
