Rana Daggubati: First Indian at WrestleMania 41
Updated on: 22 April, 2025 12:12 AM IST |Sudheesh SK
Rana Daggubati The First Indian at WrestleMania 41
Rana Daggubati, acclaimed for his impactful performances in Baahubali and Rana Naidu, etched his name in history as the first Indian celebrity to be invited to WWE’s biggest spectacle, WrestleMania 41, held in Las Vegas. A lifelong fan of WWE, Rana was seen enjoying the action from the front row, a moment that was celebrated with a special shoutout from WWE commentators during the globally streamed Netflix broadcast. The recognition sparked a frenzy among Indian fans, as social media lit up with admiration for the actor`s milestone moment.
Describing the experience as surreal and a full-circle moment, Rana reflected on how WWE was a major part of his childhood. Adding to the excitement, both WWE and Rana Naidu stream on Netflix, forging a unique connection between Rana`s childhood passion and his current professional triumphs. In a heartfelt statement from Las Vegas, Rana expressed pride in representing India on such a massive international platform, calling the invitation a dream come true.
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To further celebrate the occasion, Netflix and WWE hosted a grand watch party in Mumbai, bringing together fans to witness the WrestleMania spectacle and Rana’s big moment. The event symbolized the growing influence of Indian talent on the global stage and highlighted WWE`s expanding footprint in India. Videos of Rana enjoying the event, shared by Netflix, showcased his enthusiastic reactions and connected deeply with fans across cultures.
Rana Daggubati’s WrestleMania appearance comes ahead of an exciting slate of projects, including Rana Naidu Season 2, set to premiere in 2025. He will also be seen in Hiranyakashyap (Telugu) and Thalaivar 170 (Tamil), alongside Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan. Beyond the spotlight, Rana continues his philanthropic work, including flood relief efforts in Hyderabad, reinforcing his image as a socially responsible star and a true icon of Indian cinema
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