Ranveer Singh joins Machine Gun Kelly, Tiffany Haddish for NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. Details inside
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Ranveer Singh will be playing in the NBA-All-Star Celebrity Game in Cleveland. The game is all set to take place on February 18, 2022.
Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh is the official brand ambassador of NBA (National Basketball Association) for India. Taking his association forward with the NBA, the actor will now be flying to Cleveland to be a part of a star-studded NBA All-Star Celebrity Game that features basketball players and global musicians as well. For the unversed, Ranveer will be playing the game alongside Anuel, Machine Gun Kelly, Jack Harlow, Quavo and comedian Tiffany.
The Gully Boy actor confirmed his participation in the game during a Q and A on social media. Ranveer informed his fans that he has started preparing for the big match, which is set to take place on February 18, in Cleveland. "I’m flying to Cleveland to play the NBA Celebrity All-Star Game later this month. Better get some practice, varna naak kat jayegi," the actor said on social media.
Last year, in September, when Ranveer was declared as the brand ambassador for the NBA in India, the actor had confessed his love for basketball.
"I have loved basketball and the NBA since my childhood and have always been fascinated with its influence on popular culture, including music, fashion and entertainment. With the NBA tipping off its 75th season celebrations, there couldn’t have been a better time to join forces with the league and support their efforts to grow basketball in the country," Ranveer said.
Talking about the big game that is set to take place next week, it will also feature Cleveland Browns player Myles Garrett, Las Vegas Aces player Dearica Hamby and Cleveland Cavaliers legends, Booby Gibson and Anderson Varejao.
On the work front, Ranveer has multiple films like Jayeshbhai Jordaar, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani and Shankar's Anniyan remake lined up.
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