What started as a bold idea by a then-19-year-old entrepreneur is now Southeast Asia’s biggest and only Bollywood-centric music festival.

Suntamed Music Festival returns to Sentosa’s Siloso Beach on Sentosa Island on Aug. 23, 2025 for its third year, and it’s gearing up to be a full-blown cultural takeover.

Created by Founder Samrudhi Ekhande and powered by De Ideaz, the all-day event is a high-octane celebration of identity, where Desi beats meet global bass, bringing a coterie of names and the larger community together.

“This isn’t just about sound,” says Samrudhi. “It’s about providing a Premium Desi Musical experience, which also helps break away from some of the negative stereotypes that are associated with Indian nightlife.

Expect an exciting array of dance and bands, international DJs, and local small business vendors selling delectable Desi food.

This year introduces a second stage, splitting the lineup between Bollywood anthems and genre-bending sets for BollyTech, Bolly-House and Afro Desi bassheads.

The 2025 edition will feature over 30 artists, celebrity appearances, an expected crowd of over 3,000 partygoers and an 11-hour soundtrack that won’t let you sit still.

What’s more, Aastha Gill, the voice behind "DJ Waley Babu," “Naagin," “Buzz," “Kamariya” and a dozen other dancefloor killers, will be performing live at Suntamed.

Joining her are heavy hitters like Karan Kanchan, Aareo, and a lineup of the who’s who of the Desi music underground and beyond.

Early bird sales have ended but stay tuned for more releases to come! Tickets are available on Ticketfairy here.

For full lineup and more details, head to Suntamed Festival on their website, Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly known as Twitter).

Location: Siloso Beach, Sentosa Island, Singapore 099004