As GIFLIF Indiestaan celebrates a decade of championing India’s independent music movement, its 10th Anniversary Edition on 18 January 2026 arrives with a lineup that reflects everything the festival stands for - originality, diversity, and uncompromising live music.
This year, the stage at MPT DDX Drive In Cinema, Bhopal will host three powerful voices from across the independent spectrum: Sutej Singh, Bloodywood, and Leading Drops - three distinct genres, one unforgettable night.
For Sutej Singh, this performance marks a milestone: his first-ever live show in Bhopal.
Within India’s evolving independent music scene, Sutej Singh occupies a rare and powerful space. As a progressive rock guitarist and composer, his music doesn’t chase trends - it builds worlds. His compositions unfold like cinematic journeys, shaped by layered guitars, emotional depth, and dynamic shifts that reward careful listening.
In a live setting, Sutej’s performances are immersive and deliberate. Quiet, atmospheric passages give way to soaring climaxes, each song structured with intent and storytelling. His set at GIFLIF Indiestaan 2026 adds a deeper narrative dimension to the festival - one that invites the audience not just to hear the music, but to feel it.
Bhopal will witness this experience for the first time, as Sutej brings his progressive rock sound to the city’s most iconic open-air cinema stage.
Joining Sutej on this landmark night are Bloodywood and Leading Drops, creating a sonic journey that moves between power and introspection.
Bloodywood’s globally celebrated fusion of metal and Indian folk brings raw, explosive energy to Central India for the first time, while Leading Drops offer melodic, groove-driven indie music that connects on a deeply human level. Together, these artists ensure that the night flows seamlessly across moods, cultures, and musical identities - a true reflection of what modern independent music represents.
Over the last decade, GIFLIF Indiestaan has become one of India’s most important platforms for independent music. Curated by White Walls Media, the festival has always stood for artists who create on their own terms, beyond commercial formulas.
The 10th Anniversary Edition isn’t just a celebration of the past - it’s a statement of where independent music is headed. Bold. Diverse. Fearless.
GIFLIF Indiestaan – 10th Anniversary Edition
📅 18 January 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 MPT DDX Drive In Cinema, Bhopal
🎶 Artists: Sutej Singh | Bloodywood | Leading Drops
🎟️ Tickets: GIFLIF | BookMyShow | District
Three artists. Three genres.
One night that celebrates ten years of independent music - and introduces Bhopal to the cinematic, immersive sound of Sutej Singh for the very first time.
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