Verknipt, the renowned hard dance collective from Amsterdam, is officially landing in India—and it’s arriving with a bang. In collaboration with Sunburn, one of India’s known music event curators, Verknipt will debut with three exclusive shows this May 2025 in Mumbai, Bangalore and Hyderabad.
Expect the full force of Verknipt’s signature style— hard techno, industrial beats, high-impact visuals, and relentless energy. Full-blown sensory experiences engineered for the rave-hardened and the curious alike. or Indian audiences, this event offers a window into the raw, underground energy of Berlin-style hard dance culture—delivered with Verknipt’s signature Dutch flair.
Artists of Verknipt: A Lineup of Hard Techno Pioneers
Verknipt has made a name for itself by showcasing some of the biggest names in hard techno alongside the fresh emerging talent. Over the years, the collective has hosted the likes of Nico Moreno, Sara Landry, Shlømo, Luca Agnelli, and Alignment—artists who are shaping the global hard techno sound. Other heavy-hitters frequently seen on Verknipt lineups include 6EJOU, Basswell, DIØN, OGUZ, and Trym, known for their high-octane sets that push tempo and intensity to the limit.
For its India debut, attendees can expect blistering sets from international heavyweights like— Shlømo, Fatima Hajji, 6EJOU and Stan Christ. Each act brings their own sonic arsenal, promising a weekend packed with unrelenting BPMs and warehouse-ready rhythms.
Journey from Amsterdam to India
Founded in 2012, Verknipt began as a local party series in Amsterdam. Over the past decade, it has transformed into a global phenomenon. They have been championing the hardest shades of techno—raw, industrial, and uncompromising. With sold-out shows across Italy, Germany, France, and Croatia, and the upcoming Verknipt ArenA 2025 promising a 360-degree stage production, the collective has built its legacy on breaking rules and shaking walls.
Verknipt is built on a bold ethos: “Nothing is mandatory, everything is possible.” This mantra drives their music programming but also its production values. Think massive LED rigs, custom lighting, and industrial-futuristic stages that transform venues into dystopian dance utopias.
After expanding into Asia in 2023, Verknipt sets its sights on India in 2025. And according to founder Mer Hajbarati, the timing couldn’t be better, “India has one of the most passionate electronic music scenes in the world. We’ve seen the energy at Sunburn, and we knew this was the right moment to bring Verknipt’s hard techno movement here. We’re not just throwing events; we’re building a community.”
Verknipt India 2025: Tickets and more
Verknipt’s debut India tour spans three major cities, promising an unrelenting weekend of hard techno heat. Here’s everything you need to know:
Dates & Venues
- May 2, 2025 – Sunburn Union, Bangalore.
- May 3, 2025 – NSCI Dome, Mumbai.
- May 4, 2025 – Quake Arena, Hyderabad.
Tickets are live on BookMyShow. Note that this is a cashless event, so be ready to tap and go. Bring your ID, and don’t forget to charge your phone— ticket QR codes will be scanned at entry. For more information, check out Verknipt Events and Verknipt Asia.
If you’re looking for Tickets for Verknipt ArenA 2025, you can find them here.
