IPL-9: Bollywood meets cricket for a spectacular opening ceremony

The ninth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) got off to a grand start at the National Sports Club of India (NSCI) in Mumbai on Friday. The biggies of the Tinsel Town and the cricket fraternity added grandeur to the opening ceremony of one of the most entertaining cricket tournaments. (PTI)

Updated on: Apr 11, 2016 5:16 PM IST

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The ninth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) got off to a grand start at the National Sports Club of India (NSCI) in Mumbai on Friday. The biggies of the Tinsel Town and the cricket fraternity added grandeur to the opening ceremony of one of the most entertaining cricket tournaments. (PTI)

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Actor Ranveer Singh gave an energy-packed performance on the dancing tracks from his popular movies such as Ram Leela, Gunday and Bajiro Mastani. (PTI)

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Fitoor actor Katrina Kaif lit the stage by performing on some of her popular party numbers. (PTI)

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Star rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh entertained the audience by singing the choicest from the collection of his controversial songs. (PTI)

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West Indies star all-rounder Dwayne Bravo (L) danced to his song ‘Champio’ and was later joined by singer-musician Ankit Tiwari. (PTI)

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You just cannot have enough of Ranveer Singh. Here, the quirkily dressed Bajirao Mastani actor interacts with the audience as part of his performance. (Twitter)

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When the stars decide to give you an overdose of glamour and entertainment: (From left) Jacqueline Fernandez, Dwayne Bravo , Katrina Kaif and Ranveer Singh share a fun moment on stage at the opening ceremony of IPL-9. (Twitter)

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Beautiful and beaming: Actor Priety Zinta looked every bit the newly-wed that she is, as she made her first public appearance since her marriage to Gene Goodenough earlier this year. (IANS)

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Actor Geeta Basra, now Mrs. Bhajji, added to the long list of celebrities who attended the event. (IANS)

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Looks like Munna Bhai has started to make public appearances post his stint in Jail. The actor was seen at the star-studded opening ceremony with his wife Manyata. (IANS)