Shillong, Meghalaya | October 29, 2025: The much-awaited Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival 2025, one of India’s most vibrant celebrations of music, culture, and creativity, is turning up the excitement with the announcement of global pop sensation AQUA as a Headliner Support Act for this year’s edition.

Famed worldwide for their 90s chart-topping hits and electrifying performances, AQUA will join an already spectacular lineup featuring Norah Fatehi, Diplo, Jason Derulo, and The Script — making this year’s festival one of the biggest musical gatherings ever hosted in Northeast India.

The inclusion of AQUA underscores the festival’s growing international stature and commitment to diversity. From electronic and pop to indie, rock, folk, and regional music, the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 promises a truly immersive and genre-spanning experience for fans across generations.

“This year feels particularly special,” said the festival’s organizing team. “Our goal has always been to make Shillong the heartbeat of South Asia’s live music scene, and the 2025 lineup truly reflects that diversity — both in sound and in spirit.”

In addition to its world-class music lineup, the festival will feature a vibrant mix of fashion showcases, art installations, gaming zones, culinary experiences, and sustainability initiatives — all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Shillong’s blooming cherry blossoms.

Presented in collaboration with the Government of Meghalaya and Meghalaya Tourism, the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival 2025 will take place this November in Shillong, drawing visitors from across India and abroad for a weekend of unforgettable performances and cultural celebration.

For tickets, lineup updates, and festival details, visit shillongcherryblossom.com
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