Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 8 (ANI): Rappers Badshah and KR$NA are set to become the music headliners for Major League Baseball's MLBx in Mumbai on October 24.
At MLBx: Mumbai, the energy will extend from the field to the stage as Badshah and KR$NA bring their contrasting sounds to the arena.
According to the press note by MLBx, Badshah will bring his signature sound and high-energy stage presence, with fans able to look forward to favourites such as 'DJ Waley Babu,' 'Genda Phool' and 'Abhi Toh Party Shuru Hui Hai,' while KR$NA will showcase the sharp lyricism and intensity that have made him one of Indian hip-hop’s most distinctive voices, with fans potentially hearing tracks such as 'Machayenge 4,' 'No Cap' and 'I Guess.'
MLB India shared the announcement on their Instagram handle on Tuesday. They wrote, "Badshah is curating a special set for MLBx: Mumbai this October 24, bringing his biggest tracks together with a few unexpected sounds and twists inspired by the world of Americana."
As for KR$NA, MLB India wrote on their Instagram handle, "From his biggest tracks to the bars that made you hit replay, KR$NA is bringing his set to MLBx: Mumbai with a power-packed performance. The perfect duet with 3-on-3 baseball. NO CAP, no detours. Just him doing his thing."
Adding to the musical line-up, DJ OG Shez will bring her own high-energy sets to the stage, with fans potentially hearing crowd favourites such as 'Mera Piya Ghar Aaya 2.0' and 'Chaleya (DJ Remix).'
According to the press note, at the heart of the event is MLBx, Major League Baseball’s dynamic, mixed 3-on-3 competition that combines power hitting, athletic defensive plays and fast-paced gameplay.
Making its India debut, MLBx: Mumbai will feature India’s T20 World Cup-winning captain and MLB Ambassador Suryakumar Yadav, alongside former MLB All-Stars Nick Swisher and Adrián González, with more participants to be announced soon.
Anil Makhija, COO - Live Entertainment & Venues, BookMyShow, said, “We see the most compelling live experiences as those that give audiences something new to discover and experience together. MLBx Mumbai 2026 brings that to life by combining the excitement of Major League Baseball with a strong live music line-up featuring Badshah and KR$NA, creating a unique intersection of sport and entertainment. As MLBx’s first-ever event in India, it offers audiences a new way to experience a globally celebrated sport while bringing sports and music fans together around a shared live experience. We are excited to be part of this first-of-its-kind cultural moment in India,” as quoted in a press note.
MLBx: Mumbai represents another milestone in Major League Baseball's continued efforts to grow the game globally and introduce new audiences to baseball. By showcasing the excitement and culture of the sport through live music, interactive fan experiences and classic ballpark food with a local twist, the event celebrates the connection between baseball and India's vibrant sporting culture. Additional programming and event details will be announced in the coming weeks. (ANI)
