Punjabi music sensation AP Dhillon is all set to return to Dubai for a one-night-only performance at the iconic Coca-Cola Arena on September 7.
With this, he will also bring back the groundbreaking 360-degree show at the very same venue. The music concert marks Dhillon’s compelling second performance in the region following his sold-out debut in February 2024.
The last one year has seen him complete his second India Tour in December 2024 with shows in Mumbai, New Delhi and Chandigarh. Beyond the musical realm, 2024 saw Dhillon’s prominence extend into global cultural arenas, notably with his participation in the NBA all-star celebrity game and appearances at Paris Fashion Week for global design houses like Louis Vuitton and Chanel.
Riding high on the success of his critically acclaimed EP The Brownprint, he has also dropped `Afsos` and `STFU` in recent times, and the show, produced by Live Nation Middle East and Team Innovation, aims to do more.
AP Dhillon shares, “Dubai’s always been special to me. It’s where I did my first-ever 360 show—still one of my favourite performances to date. I’ve been waiting to bring this experience back, and I can’t wait to return.”
James Craven, president, Live Nation Middle East, states, “AP Dhillon represents a new wave of global music talent—bold, genre-defying, and deeply connected to his audience. His return to Dubai is not just a concert, it’s a cultural moment. We’re proud to partner with Team Innovation to bring this world-class experience to Coca-Cola Arena and continue supporting artists who are reshaping the musical landscape.”
Mohit Bijlani, co-founder of Team Innovation, adds, “Having delivered unforgettable experiences with AP Dhillon previously, Team Innovation is thrilled to once again redefine the concert experience for his upcoming Dubai concert. We`re ready to bring our unparalleled expertise and technological innovation to create a spectacle that will truly resonate with the cosmopolitan audience in Dubai, building on our successful history with an artist who consistently pushes boundaries.”
Set to be an immersive live show, the concert setlist promises a masterful weaving of timeless crowd favourites such as ‘Brown Munde’, ‘Excuses’, ‘Insane’ , ‘Sleepless’ , ‘Dil Nu’, ‘Summer High’ and ‘With You’, alongside fresh tracks like ‘Afsos’, ‘STFU’, ‘Bora Bora’, ‘After Midnight’, ‘315’, ‘Losing Myself’ and ‘Old Money’ among others.
AP Dhillon is known for his distinctive fusion of Punjabi influences with contemporary hip-hop, pop and R&B has not only garnered a colossal global fanbase but has also shaped modern Punjabi music with includes the likes of Diljit Dosanjh among others.
The general on-sale opens Monday, June 30 at 12 noon GST (1:30 pm IST), and will be accessible through Coca-Cola, Platinumlist, Ticketmaster. The prices start at AED 195 (approximately Rs 4,540) with special VIP packages too.