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The Opening Ceremony of IPL (Indian Premier League) 2025 is all set to commence with a grand opening ceremony on Saturday, 22nd March 2025 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. The inaugural match is between the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) match is supposed to start at 7:30 pm while the opening ceremony will begin at 6:00 pm. The event will have many stars performances and will definitely be a worth watching event.
Stars Performing and Highlights
The opening ceremony of IPL promises lineup of stars performing their best, featuring performances that blend music, dance, cultural :
Karan Aujla: The popular Punjabi singer and songwriter well known for his amazing lyrics is expected to bring his best hit tracks and records to the stage and make the audience go bonkers, and fill the ceremony with vibrant Punjabi rhythms to which audience and fans would feel mesmerized.
Shreya Ghoshal: One of India’s most famous playback singer known for her amazing voice from West Bengal is all set to mesmerize the audience with her magical voice, celebrating the rich musical heritage of the region. She belongs to West Bengal which would definitely add some of her Bengali songs for her local audience at the opening ceremony.
Disha Patani: The Glamorous Bollywood actress well known for her dance moves will definitely add glamour to the evening. With a high-voltage dance performance, she is definitely coming for a breathtaking performance. Captivating the audience and fans with her amazing dance moves.
She will definitely be the center of attraction at the opening ceremony of IPL.
The IPL’s opening ceremony will also feature the rich art and culture of West Bengal, providing a platform to highlight the state’s rich traditions which will make it a worth watching event.
Which Special Guests and Dignitaries are visiting
The event is expected to be attended by several dignitaries, Shahrukh Khan is also expected to attend the ceremony, including the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, along with other prominent personalities from the sports and entertainment industries. Their presence will make the grand opening even better than what is expected of the occasion.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
The event will be broadcasted live on multiple platforms and those who are unable to attend in person, can enjoy the ceremony at the comfort of their home.
Television: For the television viewers the event will be telecast on the Star Sports Network, available in many languages so that audience from every region enjoy the opening ceremony of IPL.
Online Streaming: Viewers can stream the ceremony live on JioHotstar. Which is the merger of Hotstar & Jio Cinema.
Will the weather ruin the ceremony?
It might be a bad news if it rains on the opening ceremony of IPL 2025. While the excitement among the audience is very high, the attendees and organizers are keeping a close tab on weather forecast, as there is a slight possibility tha it may rain in Kolkata on the day of the event. Organizers must have planned to ensure the safety of all participants and the fans as well in case of any unwanted event.
Fans expectations from the opening ceremony
The opening ceremony of IPL 2025 at the Eden Gardens is expected to be a spectacular event, blending entertainment, culture, and cricket. With performances by renowned artists and the presence of esteemed guests, it is all set for the beginning of a thrilling season of cricket packed with action and exciting match. Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting this grand ceremony but Indian fans are on top of this chart .