Nikhil Chinappa Returns to Shangri-La Bengaluru After Eight Years for an Unforgettable Sundowner on Saturday, 24 August 2025

(Bengaluru, 19 August 2025)-Shangri-La Bengaluru proudly announces the homecoming of iconic artist, DJ and VJ Nikhil Chinappa, set to electrify the city’s skyline with a special Sundowner event on August 24th, 2025. This marks Chinappa’s first performance at the hotel in eight years since his genre-defining appearance at the legendary HYPE filling Bengaluru’s nightlife with anticipation and nostalgia.

Widely recognized for shaping India’s EDM scene and inspiring youth culture through MTV India, Sunburn Festival, and Submerge Music, Chinappa’s ties to Bangalore run deep. “It’s more than a gig- it’s coming back to roots in my own city, for a crowd that truly knows how to party,” he says.

Set on Shangri-La’s panoramic terrace, this event will merge beats, sunsets, and unforgettable vibes. Guests can expect Chinappa’s signature style: seamless blends of global house and techno, crowd energy, and urban spectacle making this Sundowner the season’s must-attend party.

“The return of Nikhil Chinappa celebrates both Bengaluru’s creative spirit and our hotel’s role as a hub for curated, world-class experiences,” says Mr. Andreas Streiber, General Manager, Shangri-La Bengaluru. “We invite the city to join us for music, community, and a night that will revive an era and start a new rhythm.”

At HYPE, the hotel’s legendary nightlife hotspot and the city’s favourite for high-energy evenings, guests will be treated to an exclusive culinary and beverage showcase crafted especially for the occasion. The menu features gourmet sliders and crafted burgers, with inventive toppings and flavours inspired by Nikhil’s global journeys, paired with indulgent sides and bar snacks designed for sharing.

Complementing the food, HYPE’s mixologists have curated signature Sundowner cocktails, ice-cold artisanal beers, and refreshing mocktails, setting the perfect mood for the night, rain or shine. Special pop-up beverage stations ensure you never miss a beat while savouring the outdoor terrace views and the electric atmosphere.

HYPE is proud to bring back Bengaluru’s most anticipated artist this season, proving that not even the rains will dampen the spirit or the energy of the city’s music lovers. With elegant indoor spaces seamlessly linked to the terrace, the party is ready to keep the beats flowing and the crowd moving. Come rain or clear sky making this a historic Sundowner you will not want to miss!