IPL chairman Arun Dhumal sees remarkable growth trajectory for IPL’s media rights. He projected an increase to an impressive $50 million by 2043. This optimistic outlook is contingent on the league’s commitment to continous innovation and responsiveness to fans interests.

In the present scenario the IPL demands a substantial media rights value which has reached $6.2 billion for a five year period starting in 2022. Even with this valuation IPL holds the distinction of the second most valued league globally moving behind the National Football league (NFL).

Recently the NFL recently secured a monumental $110 billion media deal spanning over a period of 11 years, underscoring the immense financial prowess of the American sporting entity. Dhumal was speaking at the RCB Innovation Lab’s leaders Meet India in Bengaluru.

Former BCCI treasurer Dhumal expressed optimisim about a potential windfall for the league. He made these predictions on the basis of two key developments: The introduction of women’s premier league (WPL) and the inclusion of cricket in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. These developments will have a major impact on the league’s financial growth and overall global prominence.

Dhumal said they needed to keep on innovating and keep doing better in terms of fan engagement and increase the quality of the games.The media rights value of the Indian Premier League has grown exponentially in the last the decade and half from Rs 6000 crore in 2008 and went past several other major sporting leagues all over the world.

Dhumal said IPL is the most watched cricket league in the world. He said it is the biggest Make in India Brand one could think of post independence. He said India was truly a very diverse nation but IPL was the only brand that united the whole country and showcased it at the international stage.

Shah Rukh Khan shared new song Nikle The Kabhi Hum Ghar Se from his upcoming film Dunki. The song has been sung by Sonu Nigam and the music has been composed by Pritam. The Lyrics of the song have been given by Javed Akhtar. The song tells the journey that Shah Rukh Khan’s character and his friends make in the film.

Dunki deals with the subject of mass migration of Indian youth to countries such as England and Canada. The film tells the story of four friends and their quest to reach foreign shores. It is a sentimental song and delves into the profound ache of yearning ones’s homeland. This sentiment resonates deep within the hearts of those who have been separated from their roots in pursuit of a brighter future. Shah Rukh Khan Took to X (Formely Twitter) and wrote Today I am sharing this song that came to my heart with you.

Raju and Sonu seem like one of our own just by name. And this song which both of them have composed is also their own. It is about our family members, it is about our soil, it is about finding solace in the arms of our country. Sometimes we all go away from home, from the village, from the city, to make a life. But our hearts remain in our homes, in our country only. Khan said this is his favourite song from Dunki. Red Chillies Entertainment shared a clip from the song and wrote Feel the nostalgia for home in note of this heart warming melody

Dunki has been directed by Rajkumar Hirani and also stars Anil Grover, Vikram Kochhar, Vicky Kaushal, Taapsee Pannu and Boman Irani. Dunki has been written by Abhijat Joshi, Rajkumar Hirani and Kanika Dhillon. The film is scheduled to be released in cinemas on December 21.

Sam Bahadur released in cinemas today. The film tells the real life story of Sam Manekshaw, India’s first Field Marshall. The film shows his entire life starting from a young officer to rising up the ladder and eventually becoming extremely instrumental in the formation of Bangladesh. The social media had all praises for the Vicky Kaushal film.

One social media user gave Sam Bahadur 4/5 star rating. He said the film was bold, courageous and on the point. He said SamBahadur is a terrific film and it is filled with moments that make a true Indian proud of the Indian army and many unsung heroes.

One user Gaurav S Dave was amazed at the response to Sam Bahadur screening by the audience. He said he could clearly hear people shouting National award for Vicky Kaushal.

One social media user Rajat R Lunkad said Sam Bahadur is a cinematic marvel. He compared Vicky Kaushal’s portrayal as Sam Manekshaw as tour de France. He said Kaushal’s nuanced performance brings the characters to life and showcases depth and authenticity. He said the film was a remarkable display of talent that adds an extra layer of brilliance to the film. He said the film was a top contender for a national award. He added the film had exceptional storytelling and direction by Meghna Gulzar with powerful visuals and an emotional journey which resonates with the audience. He gave the film 4/5 star rating.

One social media user said Sam Bahdur is a terrific movie with top class acting by Vicky Kaushal and class direction by Meghna Gulzar. He said it is a classical, bold and one of the best films made on the Indian army.

One user said Sam Bahadur is a masterpiece. She said the storyline is brilliant and fantastic. She said Vicky Kaushal was a one man army and steals the show. She said the direction is top class and acting of all actors is literally amazing. She said overall it is a good movie and gave 4/5 star rating.