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The Women's Premier League (WPL) 2024 opened with a spectacular ceremony at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, featuring Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. Khan's presence added a touch of glamour and excitement to the event, setting the stage for what promises to be an exhilarating tournament.
The evening began with Shah Rukh Khan ascending the stage to thunderous cheers from the crowd. Dressed in stylish attire, he started with a powerful speech on the power of women, setting the tone for the night. He then welcomed the five captains of the WPL teams onto the stage, signalling the official start of the ceremony.
Known for his charismatic persona and dynamic performances, Khan did not disappoint as he danced to some of his popular songs, including 'Jhoome Jo Pathan' and 'Not Ramaiya Vastavaiya' from his movies 'Pathan' and 'Jawan' respectively. His infectious energy and mesmerizing moves left the audience spellbound, earning him thunderous applause and cheers.
In addition to his performance, Khan also delivered a poignant message about breaking stereotypes and empowering women in sports. He emphasized the need for women to carve their own paths and rise to greatness in every field, including cricket. His words resonated deeply with the audience, inspiring them to support and celebrate the women cricketers participating in the WPL.
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β Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 23, 2024
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β Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 22, 2024
The @mipaltan and @DelhiCapitals had a surprise visitor and they surely couldn't hold back their excitement seeing King Khan at the nets ππ₯³π―#TATAWPL pic.twitter.com/H5RWt0fdHj
The WPL 2024 opening ceremony was a star-studded affair, with several other Bollywood celebrities gracing the stage with their performances. Actors like Kartik Aryan, Tiger Shroff, Shahid Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, and Siddharth Malhotra added to the glamour of the event, entertaining the audience with their dynamic performances.
Check out their performances below:
Bengaluru erupts with joy to welcome Shahid Kapoor to the #TATAWPL Opening Ceremony ππ@shahidkapoor pic.twitter.com/C2LckHvV2D
β Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 23, 2024
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β Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 23, 2024
Kartik Aaryan captivates the crowd with a stellar performance! π₯@TheAaryanKartik pic.twitter.com/PCcChO9p6y
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β Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 23, 2024
Varun Dhawan has hit it out of the park with his performance in Bengaluru! π₯³#TATAWPL | @Varun_dvn pic.twitter.com/FisB55uJ6u
β Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 23, 2024
Sidharth Malhotra's dazzling performance lights up the Chinnaswamy Stadium π₯#TATAWPL | @SidMalhotra pic.twitter.com/FptK14jQud
β Women's Premier League (WPL) (@wplt20) February 23, 2024
The ceremony also saw the presence of top officials from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), including president Roger Binny, honorary secretary Jay Shah, vice president Rajeev Shukla, honorary treasurer Ashish Shelar, joint secretary Devajit Saikya, and chairman of the IPL Arun Singh Dhumal. Their presence underscored the importance of the WPL and its role in promoting women's cricket in India.
One of the highlights of the evening was Shah Rukh Khan's interaction with the captains of the WPL teams, including Meg Lanning, Beth Mooney, Smriti Mandhana, Alyssa Healy, and Harmanpreet Kaur. Khan's playful banter and camaraderie with the captains added a personal touch to the event, making it a memorable experience for everyone present.
As the ceremony came to a close, Khan's message of empowerment and unity resonated with the audience, leaving them inspired and excited for the upcoming matches in the WPL 2024. With his electrifying performance and powerful words, Shah Rukh Khan once again proved why he is considered the king of Bollywood and a true ambassador for women's empowerment in India.
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