‘The Messi Experience’ set to arrive in India, promising a ‘Dream Come True’ moment for fans

Global immersive football exhibition to tour Mumbai and Bengaluru as part of its 2026 world journey

India is set to host one of the most awaited global football exhibitions as ‘The Messi Experience - A Dream Come True’ prepares to arrive this March. Part of its much-anticipated 2026 world tour, the immersive showcase promises to be a major attraction for football lovers across the country.

The exhibition is being brought to India by BookMyShow Live, one of the country’s leading live entertainment companies. The Indian leg of the tour will begin on March 20, 2026, at Century Mills, Lower Parel in Mumbai, before making its way to Bengaluru, where it will be hosted at Bhartiya City Mall on June 19, 2026.

Designed as a 75-minute immersive experience, the exhibition takes visitors through the extraordinary journey of Lionel Messi, tracing his story from early childhood to his historic FIFA World Cup triumph. Using cutting-edge technology, the show blends storytelling, visuals and sound to recreate defining moments from the football icon’s life and career.

Speaking about the exhibition, Lionel Messi said he was happy to see the project come to life and bring fans closer to his personal journey. He added that football has always been his way of inspiring people, and the experience would allow Indian fans to relive unforgettable moments from his career.

Naman Pugalia, Chief Business Officer of BookMyShow Live, said the exhibition reflects the growing football culture in India. He described it as a unique mix of sport, storytelling and technology, and noted that it is expected to be one of the most engaging cultural experiences of 2026.

With two major cities hosting the event, ‘The Messi Experience’ is expected to draw large crowds and further strengthen India’s connection with global football culture.