Guns N' Roses to perform in India again after 12 years, concert to be held in May

Fans can look forward to an electrifying performance featuring Axl Rose on vocals and piano, Duff McKagan on bass, and Slash on lead guitar.

Iconic rock band Guns N’ Roses is set to make a grand comeback to India after 12 years with a live concert in Mumbai. Adding to the growing list of international artists performing in the countrysuch as Dua Lipa, Coldplay, Shawn Mendes, and Green Day, the legendary American band will take the stage with its full lineup.

Fans can look forward to an electrifying performance featuring Axl Rose on vocals and piano, Duff McKagan on bass, and Slash on lead guitar. The much-anticipated concert is scheduled for May 17 at the Mahalaxmi Race Course in Mumbai.

The band shared the exciting news on their official Instagram page and the caption read, "We’re comin’ to India! This is going to be special. May 17, Mumbai. Pre-sales are coming soon."

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As part of their highly anticipated Asia tour, the band is set to return to Mumbai in 2025 for a powerhouse live performance featuring their greatest hits. According to an official press release, tickets for the Guns N’ Roses India 2025 Tour will go on general sale starting March 19 at 4 PM IST on BookMyShow.

Anil Makhija, COO – Live Entertainment & Venues, BookMyShow, said the company has always been passionate about bringing world-class entertainment to Indian audiences and putting India on the global entertainment map.  "Growing up, Guns N’ Roses was a huge part of my musical journey as well. The band defined an era of rock that continues to inspire generations. Having the chance to bring these legends back to India is a surreal and proud moment for BookMyShow Live. Their music has shattered barriers, brought fans together across generations and left an unforgettable mark on rock history. We can’t wait for Indian fans to experience their electrifying performance live in Mumbai," Makhija said in a statement.

Guns N’ Roses, the legendary rock band behind timeless hits like Sweet Child O’ Mine, November Rain, Paradise City, Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door, and Don’t Cry, last performed in India back in 2012.