IPL 2023: Celebrities wowed cricket fans around the world with their performances before the first match between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Gujarat Titans (GT), the defending champions (CSK).
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad hosted the grand opening ceremony for the eagerly anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. Celebrities wowed cricket fans around the world with their performances before the first match between the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Gujarat Titans (GT), the defending champions (CSK).
There was a drone display to start the programme. Especially noteworthy is the fact that about 1500 drones were employed to make the prized IPL Trophy and other decorations in the sky. A well-known Indian actress, fashion designer, and television presenter named Mandira Bedi then made a vehement speech to open the proceedings.
Arijit Singh, a popular singer, opened the activities with a performance, captivating the crowd with a variety of tunes. Arijit began the programme with “Ae Vatan” from the film “Raazi,” starring Alia Bhatt. He was observed playing the piano and singing simultaneously.
Performance by Arjit Singh at the IPL 2023 opening ceremony
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At the IPL opening event, prominent Indian actors Rashmika Mandanna and Tamannah Bhatia also gave performances. Tamannah sang on popular songs like “Oo Antava” and “Tum tum Tam.” When the well-known Gujarati song “Chogada Tara” started to play, the throng was seen dancing. A second breathtaking performance by Mandanna followed, this time to songs from her movie “Pushpa: The Rising.” She also danced to the Oscar-winning song “Naatu Naatu” from the movie “RRR” by SS Rajamouli.
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From the dugout, CSK captain MS Dhoni had earlier been seen taking in Arijit Singh’s live performance. The CSK and GT captains Mahendra Singh Dhoni and Hardik Pandya were then called to take the stage by the presenter. The IPL trophy was placed on the podium by GT captain Hardik, starting the team’s title defence. The president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), secretary Jay Shah, and other officials could be seen posing with the IPL trophy beside both captains.
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