Delhi is all set to witness a grand celebration of Southern India鈥檚 cultural soul as 93.5 RED FM brings back its flagship festival, South Side Story, with a special Onam edition on the 30th and 31st of August 2025 at the KD Jadhav Wrestling Stadium. Known for its eclectic mix of music, food, art, and cultural storytelling, this year鈥檚 edition promises to be a deeply immersive experience that brings together the richness and diversity of the Southern states under one roof.
Red FM is building the excitement with a series of pre-event cultural activities that go beyond just music. In collaboration with DC Books and the Kerala Literature Festival, audiences will get to engage with literary conversations and reading sessions that celebrate South India鈥檚 intellectual heritage. One of the key highlights this year is the Onam Sadhya鈥攁 traditional 20-dish feast that offers a soulful culinary experience, rooted in heritage and celebration. Alongside food and literature, the festival will also showcase indie film screenings, art installations, and dynamic cultural exhibits that reflect the vibrant creativity of the South.
The musical lineup this year is nothing short of stellar, featuring some of the most iconic and genre-defying South Indian acts. Attendees can look forward to performances by Avial, The Raghu Dixit Project, Thaikkudam Bridge, Aattam Kalasamithi, Storyteller the Band, Job Kurian, Shobana, TM Krishna, Wild Wild Women, and Sooraj Santhosh Live鈥攅ach promising a sonic journey through indie, folk, classical, and fusion landscapes.
Nisha Narayanan, Director and COO, RED FM and Magic FM, shared, 鈥淚n a world of commercial entertainment and fleeting trends, South Side Story continues to be our honest attempt at putting culture front and centre. This year鈥檚 Onam Special edition is a celebration of identities, flavours, and stories that make the South what it is鈥攄iverse, rooted, and rich. From home-grown music acts and traditional performances to local art, flavours, and immersive showcases, this edition is layered with authenticity and heart. As always, Red FM brings together cultural evangelism and the Indie spirit on one stage and this time, we鈥檙e proud to shine a light on voices that are powerful, proud, and unapologetically original. This one is for those who seek experiences that are meaningful, immersive, and definitely engrained. We can鈥檛 wait to celebrate it with you.鈥
The event is another strong step in Red FM鈥檚 mission to champion cultural storytelling and highlight the voices of India鈥檚 diverse creative communities. With tickets starting at just 鈧499 and available on Skillbox, South Side Story鈥檚 Onam Special promises to be more than just a music festival鈥攊t鈥檚 an experience that connects traditions with today, and emotion with expression.