LINE UP 2026

22 & 23 August | Delhi

Shobana

Grace. Power. Legacy. Shobana is not just a performer, she’s an institution. A Padma Bhushan awardee and the unforgettable face from classics like “Manichitrathazhu,”
she has spent decades redefining storytelling through movement and expression. After leaving audiences mesmerised at South Side Story last year, she returns once again to bring her timeless artistry to the stage. Every performance feels cinematic, spiritual, and deeply moving all at once.

The Raghu Dixit Project

Delhi, get ready because Raghu Dixit is bringing the “Shakkar” rush live once again. The man behind beloved tracks like “Hey Bhagwan” and “Mysore Se Aayi” blends Kannada folk, global sounds and storytelling with unmatched warmth. Backed by The Raghu Dixit Project, every performance feels like a giant musical celebration where strangers become a chorus. This isn’t just a gig, it’s a full-blown vibe.

Masala Coffee

Brewing up madness one riff at a time, Masala Coffee is back with the kind of energy that can turn any crowd into a dancing frenzy. The band behind cult favourites like “Kaantha” and “Aaluva Puzhayude Theerathu” blends rock, funk and rooted sounds into tracks that hit like nostalgia with a bass drop. Their performances are loud, wild and impossible to stand still through.

Aksomaniac

Aksomaniac is not here to play safe. Breaking through with tracks like “Neram Pokum” and “Kaayika”, he has quickly become one of the most exciting names in Malayalam hip-hop. Known for sharp lyricism, raw storytelling and unapologetic energy, his music moves effortlessly between hard-hitting bars and emotionally charged moments. Expect booming beats, relentless flows and a set that’s built to shake the crowd from start to finish.

Arya Dhayal

Soft notes, strong presence, Arya Dhayal is here to make you pause, breathe and feel. Known for her viral rendition of “Bhoomi Njan Vazhunidam” and a voice that glides effortlessly between classical soul and modern moods, Arya creates music that feels both comforting and cinematic.There’s a quiet intensity to her performances that pulls you in before you even realise it. Delhi, this is the kind of magic that lingers long after the final note.

Sooraj Santhosh

Say what? It’s Sooraj Santhosh! The voice behind favourites like “Aalolam” and “Maayathe” is ready to light up the stage. Whether it’s soul-stirring melodies or high-energy crowd moments, Sooraj brings effortless versatility with a voice that instantly connects. Equal parts powerhouse and performer, he carries the vibe of a stadium concert with the intimacy of a late-night playlist.

Karthik

The voice behind iconic tracks like “Behka,” “Ava Enna,” and “Yeh Haseen Vadiyan” live versions is coming to Delhi, louder than ever. Karthik has soundtracked heartbreaks, road trips, weddings and everything in between across generations and languages. Effortlessly moving between soulful ballads and explosive stage energy, he brings a warmth that instantly feels personal. Some voices entertain. Karthik’s voice stays with you.

Baby Jean

Baby Jean is in the building! The voice behind viral tracks like “Kuthanthram” and some of the underground scene’s hardest-hitting bars, he brings the kind of energy that turns every stage into a show.
Blending razor-sharp lyricism with genre-bending beats, Baby Jean represents a generation that feels deeply and speaks loudly.From underground heat to crowd anthems, expect chaos, charisma and hooks that stay stuck in your head long after the lights go out.

Thaikkudam Bridge

If controlled chaos had a soundtrack, it would sound like Thaikkudam Bridge. The band that turned “Navarasam” and “Fish Rock” into anthems returns with their signature blend of rock, classical, metal, folk, and pure sonic madness. Known for explosive live sets and genre-defying music, they don’t just perform songs, they build experiences that hit like a cinematic climax. Delhi, this is your cue to lose your voice screaming along.

29 August | Pune

Shobana

Grace. Power. Legacy. Shobana is not just a performer, she’s an institution. A Padma Bhushan awardee and the unforgettable face from classics like “Manichitrathazhu,”
she has spent decades redefining storytelling through movement and expression. With her, every performance feels cinematic, spiritual and deeply moving all at once.

Karthik

The voice behind iconic tracks like “Behka,” “Ava Enna,” and “Yeh Haseen Vadiyan” live versions is coming to Pune, louder than ever. Karthik has soundtracked heartbreaks, road trips, weddings and everything in between across generations and languages. Effortlessly moving between soulful ballads and explosive stage energy, he brings a warmth that instantly feels personal. Some voices entertain. Karthik’s voice stays with you.

Avial

Avi-all ready for some Malayalam- rock madness? We think you can hear the electric guitar from miles away, and they are here to stay. Pune, feel the metal with the genre-bending, self-styled Kerala Band Avial! Only at South Side Story 2026.

The Raghu Dixit Project

Pune, get ready because Raghu Dixit is bringing the “Shakkar” rush live once again. The man behind beloved tracks like “Hey Bhagwan” and “Mysore Se Aayi” blends Kannada folk, global sounds and storytelling with unmatched warmth. Backed by The Raghu Dixit Project, every performance feels like a giant musical celebration where strangers become a chorus. This isn’t just a gig, it’s a full-blown vibe.

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