British singer Ed Sheeran surprised fans in Bengaluru with an impromptu performance on Church Street on Sunday morning. Without any prior announcement, the global music sensation started singing on the footpath, quickly drawing a crowd. However, as the gathering grew, the Bengaluru Police stepped in to manage the situation.
The police officers on duty failed to recognize Ed Sheeran and instructed him to stop the performance since he had not obtained the necessary permissions. In a now-viral video, one of the officers was seen unplugging the microphone while the singer was still performing.
Sheeran is currently in Bengaluru for his scheduled concert, and his spontaneous street performance was an unexpected treat for fans. Despite the brief interruption, the singer’s presence on Church Street created a buzz among the city’s music lovers.
Videos of the incident quickly circulated on social media, eliciting a wave of reactions from fans and netizens. Many expressed disappointment over the interruption, emphasizing the missed opportunity to witness an informal performance by a global music icon. Comments highlighted sentiments such as, “It’s disheartening to see such enthusiasm curbed,” and “A rare chance for fans to connect with Ed Sheeran in an intimate setting was lost.”
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