Didn't clear IIT, but got Coldplay tickets: Unacademy CEO Gaurav Munjal shares exciting achievement

Gaurav Munjal, the CEO of ed-tech platform Unacademy, recently announced on social media that he secured tickets for British band Coldplay's upcoming concert in India. The announcement sparked excitement among fans, leading to a surge of conversations on social media about plans to attend the concert.

High Demand Crashes Ticketing Site

The excitement surrounding Coldplay's concert, scheduled for January 18 and 19, 2025, at DY Patil Stadium in Mumbai, led to overwhelming demand for tickets. Many fans attempted to purchase tickets through BookMyShow but faced difficulties as the platform briefly crashed due to the high traffic. Prices for tickets ranged from ₹2,500 to ₹12,500, with various options available in between.

Gaurav Munjal's Experience

Munjal, who is based in Bengaluru and the US, expressed his joy in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “Didn’t clear JEE. But got the Coldplay tickets today. Feels good.” He compared the challenge of obtaining concert tickets to the rigorous Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), which is known for its difficulty in India.

Fan Reactions

The announcement attracted significant attention, garnering over a lakh views and numerous comments. Fans reacted with a mix of humor and envy. One user, Akshay Shah, jokingly asked, “What mantra you used to hack BMS bro? Ticket kaise mila?” Another user, coldsire, added, “Priorities on point! Coldplay won't do calculus for you, but they'll definitely keep your spirits high. Rock on, Gaurav.”

Coldplay's last performance in India was during their ‘A Head Full of Dreams’ tour in 2016, which drew a large crowd. Following the immense demand for tickets this time, the band announced a third show for January 2, 2025.

As fans eagerly await the concert, the excitement continues to build around Coldplay's return to India.