Amitabh Bachchan Celebrates India's Historic T20 World Cup Win: A Lesson in Humility
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Mumbai, March 10 (NationPress) The legendary Amitabh Bachchan celebrated alongside countless fans as the India national cricket team achieved remarkable success in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup final.
Following the team's victory, the esteemed actor took to X, previously known as Twitter, to share his pride and commend the players for their exceptional display on the international platform.
“Jeet gaye! Ab bas chuppi saadh lein. Vinamrata se badi koi jeet nahin (We emerged victorious! Now, we must maintain silence! No triumph surpasses humility!),” he conveyed.
India has made history by becoming the first team to defend the Men’s T20 World Cup title and has now secured the championship for a record third time, overpowering New Zealand by 96 runs before a crowd of 86,824 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on March 8.
Sanju Samson's explosive 89 runs off 46 deliveries, featuring five fours and eight sixes, propelled India to a total of 255/5, marking the highest score in a T20 World Cup final. Bumrah and Axar Patel (3-27) dismantled New Zealand's top order, leading to their dismissal for 159 in 19 overs, with Tim Seifert putting up a valiant effort with a score of 52.
Under the leadership of Captain Suryakumar Yadav, who has not lost a series since assuming command in July 2024, India has joined the ranks of great teams who have lifted the men’s cricket World Cup trophy.
As for Amitabh Bachchan, he is currently engaged in filming the sequel to “Kalki 2898 AD.”
Regarding the film, the epic mythological science fiction venture directed by Nag Ashwin, he remarked: “Kalki 2 has commenced production, and I will always treasure the love and support of those anticipating its release this Sunday. I hope to be with you all then. My love.”
The cast includes Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani. Drawing inspiration from Hindu scriptures, this film is the inaugural entry into the anticipated Kalki Cinematic Universe.
Set in a dystopian 2898 AD in the city of Kashi, the narrative follows a group tasked with safeguarding lab subject SUM-80's unborn child, recognized as Kalki, the ultimate avatar of Vishnu.