Archive · 24 Jan 2026
Linkin Park Debuts in India with Cultural Gestures
Linkin Park, a famous American band, finally performed in India for the first time in Bengaluru.
They have a new singer named Emily Armstrong.
The band played a mix of old and new songs, and the crowd loved it.
Before Linkin Park, another band called Bloodywood played and got a great response.
Emily Armstrong wore an Assamese gamusa, a traditional cloth, during the performance, which many people appreciated.
She also wore an Indian cricket team jersey, which fans found thoughtful.
The band is excited to come back to India for Lollapalooza in 2026.
They have a big fan base in India and are happy to perform there.
It's been 25 years since the band started, and they are still making great music.
Linkin Park made their India debut in Bengaluru, performing at Brigade Innovation Gardens before nearly 40,000 fans.
The band is on their From Zero World Tour with Emily Armstrong as the new lead vocalist.
Bloodywood opened the show with a powerful performance, blending heavy metal and Indian folk.
Linkin Park's setlist included new songs from From Zero and classic hits like In The End and Numb.
Emily Armstrong wore an Assamese gamusa and an Indian cricket team jersey, connecting with the local culture and fans.
- Who
- Linkin Park with Emily Armstrong as the new lead vocalist
- What
- Made their India debut in Bengaluru, performing at Brigade Innovation Gardens
- When
- Friday, with another performance scheduled for Lollapalooza India 2026
- Where
- Bengaluru, India
- Why
- To engage with their strong fan community and perform as part of their From Zero World Tour
- Band
- Linkin Park
- New Lead Vocalist
- Emily Armstrong
- Tour
- From Zero World Tour
- Supporting Act
- Bloodywood
- Next India Performance
- Lollapalooza India 2026
- Replacement Guitarist
- Alex Feder
- Years Active
- 25 years
- Fan Community
- Strong in India
- Venue
- Brigade Innovation Gardens, Bengaluru
- Attendance
- Nearly 40,000 fans
- Cultural Gesture
- Emily Armstrong wore an Assamese gamusa
- Indian Cricket Team Jersey
- Worn by Emily Armstrong
Sources
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Linkin Park’s Emily Armstrong dons Assamese Gamusa as she sings ‘Faint’ at India debut - Telegraph India
Linkin Park lead singer dons Indian cricket jersey and Assamese gamusa as band debuts in India. Watch
Linkin Park Performs In Assamese Gamusa During India Debut At Bengaluru, Set To Perform At Lollapalooza Mumbai
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