Ed Sheeran gets head massage in India's Chennai, netizens say, ‘will come with more hit songs’ | Watch viral video

Ed Sheeran is touring India for concerts, sharing videos of his experiences, including a head massage. He feels grateful to perform and explore India. Sheeran met AR Rahman before his Chennai show, and the tour includes stops in six cities.

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Updated5 Feb 2025, 07:52 AM IST
A screengrab from the viral video. (Photo: Instagram)
A screengrab from the viral video. (Photo: Instagram)

British singer Ed Sheeran is in India for a series of concerts and shared a fun video on Tuesday of himself receiving a head massage. Sheeran is currently on his six-city Indian music tour, which includes stops in Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Shillong, and Delhi.

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He captioned the video, “This kind of slaps.”

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Netizens react

One user jokingly referred to him as "Head Sheeran!" while others commented, asking, "How many times have you watched this video? YES." Another user humorously pointed out, “Slowly bruh, he has other concerts to do!”

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One fan humorously wrote, "Now we would know the reason if you forget lyrics." Another said, “That's too fast” while a third remarked, “This is surely no relaxing massage.”

Sheeran met Rahman

Pop star Ed Sheeran met Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman and his son AR Ameen ahead of his grand performance in Chennai on February 5.

Taking to his Instagram handle, AR Rahman shared a couple of pictures in which he was seen sitting with 'Photograph' singer Ed Sheeran and son AR Ameen on a couch.

Another picture featured Rahman using his music console while Ed Sheeran was snapping the photograph of the singer.

AR Rahman credited the beautiful photographs to Ed Sheeran in the captain section of the post.

Ed Sheeran expressed that every visit to India makes him feel like a tourist, exploring the country's beauty, and he always feels grateful for the opportunity to perform for the Indian audience.

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The India leg of his 'The Mathematics' tour kicked off with singer-actor Dot., known for "The Archies," opening the show. Following this, Ed Sheeran performed in Hyderabad at Ramoji Film City on February 2, with singer Armaan Malik as the opening act.

This kind of slaps.
Every visit to India makes me feel like a tourist.

The tour is being produced and promoted by AEG Presents Asia and BookMyShow Live. Ed Sheeran's upcoming performances include stops in Chennai, Bengaluru, Shillong, and Delhi-NCR.

Singer-actor Dot., best known for "The Archies", opened the India leg of British musician Ed Sheeran's 'The Mathematics' tour. The Indian tour is produced and promoted by AEG Presents Asia and BookMyShow Live,

Ed Sheeran will next perform in Hyderabad, Chennai, Bengaluru, Shillong and Delhi-NCR.

Chennai Traffic advisory 

Auto-rickshaws & Cabs: Vehicles with yellow license plates coming from Teynampet side will be allowed to reach the venue via Cenotaph Road – Gandhi Mandapam Road – Chamiers Road – Lotus Colony 2nd Street (Nandanam Extension) for passenger drop-off.

Vehicles from Saidapet Side: Vehicles traveling from Saidapet should proceed via Nandanam Junction, take a U-turn at Chamiers Road, and drop passengers near Lotus Colony.

VVIP & Artists' Vehicles: Only VVIP pass holders and artist vehicles will be allowed to enter through YMCA's main entrance and Cosmopolitan Gate entrance on Anna Salai.

(With inputs from ANI)

Key Takeaways
  • Ed Sheeran's tour in India showcases his appreciation for the local culture.
  • Social media plays a key role in sharing celebrity moments and engaging fans.
  • Humor and lighthearted content can resonate deeply with audiences, enhancing fan connection.

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