Vidya Balan and Kartik Aaryan Attend Pro Kabaddi League Season 11 Opener
Kartik Aaryan reminisced about his childhood days, sharing, "I used to play gali kabaddi as a kid but not on a professional level the way it is being played here at the Pro Kabaddi League. It is a lot of fun to watch." His enthusiasm for the sport added to the festive atmosphere at the GMCB Indoor Stadium. Vidya Balan, often referred to as the "First Shero," expressed her excitement for the season, stating, "I have enjoyed watching kabaddi. Today we met Pawan (Sehrawat) and Pardeep (Narwal), who are fantastic players. Good luck to the teams for the first match. Pawan is a high-flyer and Pardeep is a record-breaker, so I wish them luck for the season."
Hyderabad: The Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 11 kicked off with a dazzling opening night, featuring Bollywood stars Vidya Balan and Kartik Aaryan in attendance. The match, which saw the Telugu Titans take on the Bengaluru Bulls, was a celebration not just of kabaddi but also of the upcoming film 'Bhool Bhulaiya 3,' which the actors are promoting.
Kartik Aaryan reminisced about his childhood days, sharing, "I used to play gali kabaddi as a kid but not on a professional level the way it is being played here at the Pro Kabaddi League. It is a lot of fun to watch." His enthusiasm for the sport added to the festive atmosphere at the GMCB Indoor Stadium.
Vidya Balan, often referred to as the "First Shero," expressed her excitement for the season, stating, "I have enjoyed watching kabaddi. Today we met Pawan (Sehrawat) and Pardeep (Narwal), who are fantastic players. Good luck to the teams for the first match. Pawan is a high-flyer and Pardeep is a record-breaker, so I wish them luck for the season."
The opening night showcased thrilling action, particularly featuring star raiders like Pawan Sehrawat and Pardeep Narwal. Fans also looked forward to an exciting clash between U Mumba's Sunil Kumar, the most expensive Indian defender in PKL history valued at INR 1.015 crores, and Dabang Delhi K.C.'s offensive powerhouse Naveen Kumar.
PKL 11 has already made headlines, with eight players crossing the INR 1 crore mark during the auction, underscoring the growing popularity and financial stakes of the league. The tournament will unfold across three cities—starting in Hyderabad, moving to Noida, and concluding in Pune—offering fans a blend of celebrity glamour, record-breaking player valuations, and enhanced fan experiences throughout the season.
As the excitement builds, PKL 11 is set to dominate sports entertainment in households over the next three months.
