Sunburn Festival 2025 kicks off in Mumbai with a pulsating Day 1, setting the stage for three days of electrifying electronic music. On Friday, December 19, four distinct stages will showcase a spectrum of sounds – from hard-hitting techno and hypnotic melodic journeys to soaring big-room anthems and genre-blending house. The opening day promises a carefully curated mix of international headliners and rising Indian talent, delivering high-energy performances that build anticipation for the nights ahead. With each stage offering a unique vibe, festival-goers can expect immersive sets, unforgettable drops, and the signature Sunburn atmosphere that transforms the city into a haven for electronic music lovers.
Who is the Headliner on Friday at Sunburn Mumbai 2025?
Friday (Day 1) effectively has two headline-level closers across stages: Sara Landry closes the Beyond Infinity main stage while Richie Hawtin closes the Rupay stage. Both function as festival headliners on their respective stages – Sara Landry as a late evening main-stage techno headliner and Richie Hawtin as a marathon techno set on a secondary main stage.
The Official Sunburn Day 1 Set Times 2025 Mumbai (Official Schedule) — Stage by stage
1. Beyond Infinity Stage
- 3:00 PM – 3:55 PM — N1RVAAN
- 4:00 PM – 4:55 PM — Ana Lilia
- 5:00 PM – 5:55 PM — Almost Human
- 6:00 PM – 7:10 PM — DubVision b2b Third Party
- 7:15 PM – 8:30 PM — Mathame
- 8:30 PM – 9:55 PM — Sara Landry
2. RuPay Stage
- 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM — Kshitij
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM — Sixth Ocean
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM — Pierre R Avan
- 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM — Houdini
- 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM — Bullzeye b2b Sequ3l
- 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM — Richie Hawtin
3. Tuborg Stage
- 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM — Xtacy
- 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM — Nick Lima
- 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Julia Bliss
- 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM — Shivaa Manvi
- 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM — Greff
- 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM — Teri Miko
- 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM — Tungevaag
4. Hyundai Stage
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM — DJ Aryan
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM — Shor Bazaar
- 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM — Ansick
- 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM — Akhlad Ahmed
- 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM — Flipsyd
- 9:00 PM – 9:30 PM — Sartek
- 9:30 PM – 10:00 PM — Folk House by Sartek
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Stage highlights — what to expect musically
Beyond Infinity: Techno & cinematic melodic peaks
Beyond Infinity is stacked with contrast – early local selectors (N1RVAAN, Ana Lilia, Almost Human) build to the DubVision b2b Third Party slot (an unusually wide, genre-mixing back-to-back that should lean progressive/anthems), followed by Mathame’s melodic, emotive techno set. The night culminates with Sara Landry – her India debut on the main stage – which is likely to be a hard, driving techno close with industrial textures and late-night energy.
Rupay Stage: A techno marathon with Richie Hawtin
Rupay stacks local talent through the evening and then hands the stage to Richie Hawtin for a 2-hour slot. Expect a deeper, minimal/experimental techno journey – Hawtin is known for long-form sets that evolve slowly and emphasize texture and space rather than rapid peak-hour bangers.
Tuborg Stage: Festival energy and crossover crowd pleasers
Tuborg’s late lineup pushes from house and dance (Nick Lima, Julia Bliss) into energetic festival sounds with Tungevaag closing – expect melodic, vocal-forward peaks ideal for sing-along festival moments.
Hyundai Stage: Homegrown focus and curated closers
Hyundai provides a platform for Indian and local selectors – rising names like Sartek and the Folk House by Sartek close the stage with a culturally tinged, danceable hybrid set that bridges the mainstream and the underground.
Expected setlists & what songs will Sara Landry play at Sunburn?
Below are informed expectations based on each artist’s recent touring style and signature tracks — not official play lists.
Sara Landry Sunburn Setlist
- Heavy, driving techno cuts, festival-oriented techno edits
- A mix of her own productions (dark, percussive techno) and hard techno remixes of well-known tracks to keep the crowd engaged
- Dynamic drops and industrial textures – expect a 1.5-hour club/techno arc aimed at late-night peak energy
Richie Hawtin Sunburn Setlist
- Minimal/experimental techno: long transitions, deep modular textures, and carefully curated peak moments
- Hawtin often blends older Plastikman or minimal classics with newer, more experimental edits
(These are expectations based on artist style and not official setlists.)
Tactical tips for Day 1 attendees
- Pick a stage cluster: The four stages overlap heavily from 07:00 onward. If you want to see both Mathame and Sara Landry, stay at Beyond Infinity. If you want a deep techno marathon, head to Rupay early to secure space for Richie Hawtin.
- Plan food & restroom windows: The busiest windows will be 08:30–10:00; use earlier slots (05:00–07:30) for breaks.
- Back-to-back slots: Don’t miss DubVision b2b Third Party (06:00–07:10, Beyond Infinity) — it’s a rare cross-act b2b and likely to include high-energy anthems.
- Watch the late Hyundai closers: Sartek and Folk House by Sartek (09:00–10:00) are excellent for a more curated, local sound if you prefer something less crowded.
Summing Up
December 19 (Day 1) is a carefully balanced opening: melodic and melodic-techno emotional highs (Mathame), festival-anthem peaks (Tungevaag, DubVision b2b Third Party), and deep, technical techno from two headline figures – Sara Landry (main stage late night) and Richie Hawtin (Rupay stage marathon) – making it a must-attend night for fans across the electronic music spectrum.
