NEW DELHI: Renowned rapper Divine, also known as Vivian Fernandes, is set to take the stage at the finale of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) on May 28 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
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Divine will be performing at the mid-innings show during the highly-anticipated finale.
Joining Divine for a special collaborative performance of their track 'Naya Sher' will be his long-time collaborator, Canadian playback singer Jonita Gandhi. The track features none other than Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, adding an exciting touch to the performance.
This performance by Divine and Jonita promises to be a highlight of the IPL finale, providing spectators with a unique and memorable experience that combines the worlds of music and cricket.
"I am proud to be representing the hip hop movement at the country's largest stadium and bringing together the parallel worlds of cricket and music. I'm looking forward to performing for all my fans all around the world, including all the sports aficionados of the country at the most prominent sporting league of the country.
"This is my very first performance at the IPL and I'm excited and grateful. From being a big fan of cricket, to playing at the stadium for the finals, is truly a dream come true," Divine said in a statement.
(With PTI inputs)