T20 World Cup 2024: AR Rahman launches new song in tribute to India’s victory! Watch
Xtra Time Web Desk: AR Rahman, renowned for his unparalleled contributions to music, has released a new song to celebrate Team India's triumphant victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. On 30th June, Rahman unveiled an exuberant video of his latest composition, ‘Team India Hain Hum’, paying tribute to the Indian cricket team’s remarkable achievement.
The Oscar-winning musician shared the video on his social media platform, X, exclaiming, “Celebrating India’s #T20IWorldCup win. Enjoy our #TeamIndia song performance.” The song, composed, arranged, and produced by Rahman himself, captures the jubilant spirit and pride of the nation.
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Directed by Nazeef Mohammed and edited by Allan Fernandes, the video’s cinematography credits go to Ronnel Parmar. The visuals and the music together create an electrifying homage to the cricketing heroes of India.
This song joins the ranks of Rahman’s iconic patriotic anthems such as ‘Maa Tujhe Salaam’, ‘Chale Chalo’, and ‘Rang De Basanti’, all of which have left indelible marks on the hearts of millions.
India’s cricket team delivered a stunning performance against South Africa on 29th June, securing their second ICC T20 World Cup title with a 7 run victory in a thrilling final at Barbados. This historic win marks the end of a 17-year wait for the title and breaks an 11-year ICC trophy drought since the Champions Trophy in 2013. The collective effort of the team, highlighted by exceptional death bowling from Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya, alongside stellar batting from Virat Kohli and Axar Patel, ensured India's undefeated run in the tournament.
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The celebrations are bittersweet, as soon after the victory, cricket legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma announced their retirement from T20 International Cricket. Adding to the retirements, senior player Ravindra Jadeja also announced his departure from the T20 format on Sunday.
AR Rahman’s ‘Team India Hain Hum’ stands as a powerful tribute, encapsulating the nation’s pride and joy in their cricketing heroes and their phenomenal journey to victory.
