KRAFTON India, in partnership with District, has announced that electronic music producer Alan Walker will headline the BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA INTERNATIONAL CUP (BMIC) 2026 in Mumbai. The three-day tournament will run from October 30 to November 1, bringing together international competition and live entertainment.
According to FoneArena and Sports Digest, Walker is scheduled to perform on the tournament's opening day, adding a major musical attraction to one of India's key BGMI esports events.
Alan Walker Returns to the BGMI Community
Walker's appearance builds on his previous association with BGMI. In 2024, his track “Hero” was introduced as lobby music through the game's “Be A Hero” campaign, accompanied by themed in-game activities.
His upcoming performance will bring that connection to a live esports audience, combining music with the competitive atmosphere of BMIC 2026. Walker has expressed excitement about performing for the BGMI community in India and bringing his interests in gaming and music together.
BMIC 2026: Dates, Venue and Prize Pool
BMIC 2026 will take place at the Dome, SVP Indoor Stadium (NSCI), Mumbai, from October 30 to November 1. The tournament will feature 16 teams from India, South Korea and Japan competing for a total prize pool of ₹1 crore.
The lineup includes six Indian teams, five South Korean teams and five Japanese teams. The competition will also provide qualification opportunities for the Global Championship 2026, raising the stakes for participating squads.
Indian Teams Face International Competition
India's six representatives include iQOO SouL, the newly crowned BMSD 2026 champions, alongside Gladiators Esports, iQOO 8Bit, K9 Esports, Blitz Epigrotive Gaming and Outrage Esports.
They will face established competitors from South Korea and Japan in a three-day international contest. For the Indian teams, BMIC presents an opportunity to test themselves against overseas opponents while competing for the title and prize money.
Tickets for BMIC 2026 are available through District. With Alan Walker's performance scheduled alongside international BGMI competition, the event will combine esports and live music for fans in Mumbai.