It’s happening “Tonight, Tonight”! The Smashing Pumpkins announce long-awaited India debut

The Smashing Pumpkins make their long-awaited India debut this October with shows in Bengaluru and Mumbai as part of their Rock Invasion 2025 Asia Tour.

Published on: Aug 1, 2025, 18:29:13 IST

By Eshana Saha

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Chicago's 90s alternative grunge act 'The Smashing Pumpkins" led by frontman Billy Corgan, guitarist James Iha and drummer Jimmy Chamberlin, is set to make their India debut as part of their Rock Invasion 2025 Asia Tour. The “1979” hitmakers will perform at Terraform Arena, Bengaluru on October 11, 2025, followed by Jio World Garden, Mumbai on October 12, 2025.

Legendary alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins announced their much awaited India debut as part of their Rock Invasion 2025 Asia Tour. (instagram/@smashingpumpkins)

Tour members and setlist

The founding members Corgan, Iha and Chamberlain will be joined by live tour members Jack Bates on bass, Kiki Wong on guitar, and multi-instrumentalist Katie Cole, performing a three-decade career-spanning setlist. Corgan's raw, whiny drawl, blended with angsty lyrics and a dreamy, esoteric soundscape made The Smashing Pumpkins one of the most influential bands of the 90s grunge movement, and have had a lasting impact on alternative artists thereafter. The long-awaited debut will feature live performances of acclaimed classics like “Tonight, Tonight”, “Bullet With Butterfly Wings”, “Today” and “1979” alongside sonic journeys from the band's innovative works including “ATUM” and the celebrated “Aghori Mhori Mei” as well as recent smash hits such as “Sighommi” and “Beguiled”.

The excitement is palpable!

Excied for their gigs in India. The Smashing Pumpkins stated, “We're thrilled to be finally coming to India, some 36 years after we started in Chicago. Our music has been unmistakably shaped by this great and mighty culture, and so it will be an honour to play for you: and loudly! For what we hope will be the first of many, many trips to come.” Interestingly enough, to corroborate Corgan's statement about the influence of Indian culture, the cover art for their 1995 album “Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness” in fact, contains symbolic illustrations of Hindu deities Brahma and Vishnu, woven into a whimsical Victorian dreamscape.

The tour is brought to you by live event company EVA Live, known for previously hosting Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams in India. Deepak Chaudhary, Founder and Managing Director, EVA Live, states, “To bring The Smashing Pumpkins to India for the very first time is a landmark achievement for the live music ecosystem in this country. EVA Live is honoured to make this dream a reality for countless rock fans who have waited decades for a moment like this. India is ready to welcome one of alternative rock's most influential bands, and we promise an unforgettable experience.”

Tour venues and ticket sales

The tour will kick off with Japan in September, followed by pit stops in Tokyo, Yokohama, Osaka, Fukuoka, Hiroshima, Busan, Manila, Bangkok, Jakarta, Singapore, Bahrain and Abu Dhabi. The two-month-long, extensive tour marks the band's first time in Asia in over a decade - 12 years in Japan, 15 years in South Korea, and almost 30 years in Thailand - and their first time playing in the Middle East and India.

Ticket registrations are now live on the District app. Mastercard users can enjoy early access from August 5 to 7, 2025, followed by a second presale window from August 7 to 12. General ticket sales open on August 12 at 4:30 PM, exclusively on District by Zomato.

India is quickly cementing its place on the global rock map - with The Smashing Pumpkins’ upcoming debut adding to a wave of iconic acts, from Guns N’ Roses to Green Day, choosing the country as a key stop on their tours.

(with ANI inputs)

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Eshana Saha
Eshana Saha is a fresh face in lifestyle and cultural journalism, bringing a refined, multidisciplinary perspective to the intersection of entertainment, fashion and holistic wellbeing. With less than a year of professional experience, she has quickly adapted to high-pressure editorial environments and currently works full-time with HT Media. Prior to this, she interned for nearly six months with Hindustan Times’ entertainment and lifestyle vertical, where she gained hands-on experience in digital reporting, trend analysis and editorial storytelling. Based in New Delhi, Eshana specialises in comprehensive coverage of major cultural moments — from international film press tours to the curated aesthetics of global fashion showcases, award shows and music-centred events. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from St Xavier’s University, Kolkata, and a Master’s degree in English from the University of Delhi, equipping her with a strong academic foundation and a keen ability to deconstruct complex cultural trends into clear, high-impact narratives. Beyond the red carpet, Eshana has developed a growing focus on health and wellbeing reporting. She bridges the gap between celebrity-driven trends and practical, evidence-informed lifestyle advice, ensuring her work remains both aspirational and grounded in editorial rigour. She has extensively covered the health implications of Delhi’s air pollution crisis, while also playing a key role in amplifying expert-led insights on women’s health and mental wellbeing, helping translate complex medical perspectives into informed, impactful public awareness. An artist at heart, she explores multiple creative forms — from visual arts and music to culinary experiments — and brings a creative’s eye for nuance, texture and detail to every story. Whether analysing runway dynamics or examining emerging wellness movements, she remains committed to accuracy and the highest standards of contemporary journalistic ethics.Read More

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