Add MobiGyaan as a preferred source on GoogleKRAFTON India, in partnership with District, has announced that electronic music producer Alan Walker will headline the BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA INTERNATIONAL CUP (BMIC) 2026. The three-day esports tournament will take place from 30th October to 1st November 2026 at the Dome, SVP Indoor Stadium (NSCI), Mumbai.
The event will combine international BGMI esports competition with live music entertainment, with ticket sales available through District.
Alan Walker To Open BMIC 2026
Alan Walker’s appearance continues his association with BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA. In 2024, his track “Hero” was integrated into the game as part of the “Be A Hero” campaign, serving as lobby music and featuring in themed in-game events.
For BMIC 2026, Walker is scheduled to perform in person and open the international tournament in Mumbai.
16 Teams To Compete For ₹1 Crore Prize Pool
BMIC 2026 will feature 16 professional teams from India, South Korea, and Japan. The lineup includes six Indian teams, five South Korean teams, and five Japanese teams. They will compete over three days for a share of the ₹1 Crore total prize pool, along with qualification berths for the Global Championship 2026.
The Indian contingent will be led by iQOO SouL, the newly crowned BMSD 2026 champions. The other Indian teams are Gladiators Esports, iQOO 8Bit, K9 Esports, Blitz Epigrotive Gaming, and Outrage Esports, all of which secured their places through domestic qualification circuits.
Commenting on his return, Alan Walker said, “India, I’m coming home! The love I’ve received from BGMI players since ‘Hero’ became part of the game has been incredible, and I’m excited to perform for this community in person. BMIC 2026 brings together two things I’m passionate about – gaming and music – and I can’t wait to be part of it. Bring your squad, and let’s make some noise.”
Speaking on the announcement, Karan Pathak, Associate Director – Esports, KRAFTON India, said, “When ‘Hero’ became part of the BGMI lobby, our community embraced it as its own anthem. Bringing Alan Walker to BMIC 2026 takes that association from the game to the live stage. BMIC is a platform for the best teams in Asia to compete at the highest level, and we look forward to welcoming fans to Mumbai for an unforgettable weekend.”
BMIC 2026 Schedule & Tickets
The BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA INTERNATIONAL CUP 2026 will be held from 30th October to 1st November at the Dome, SVP Indoor Stadium (NSCI), Mumbai. KRAFTON India and District are combining the international esports tournament with live entertainment programming.
Tickets are currently available through the District platform.