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Rana Daggubati Makes History as First Indian Celebrity at WrestleMania 41, Now Available on Netflix
Rana Daggubati enjoyed an exhilarating weekend in Las Vegas at WrestleMania 41, the flagship annual event of WWE, which is now available for streaming on Netflix. Daggubati, an ardent WWE enthusiast and the star of the popular Netflix series Rana Naidu, marked a significant milestone by becoming the first Indian celebrity to be invited to this grand event, taking in the thrilling matches from a front-row seat. He even received an on-air acknowledgment that reached WWE fans around the globe. Notably, fans can look forward to the upcoming Season 2 of Rana Naidu.
The fan engagement did not stop with Daggubati’s presence. In Mumbai, WWE and Netflix India organized a watch party that brought together enthusiastic fans during the live broadcast of WrestleMania. This event underscored not only the excitement surrounding wrestling but also the importance of community engagement among global WWE fans. Daggubati’s attendance was particularly significant for Indian sports entertainment, showcasing a growing representation in one of the most widely viewed events in the world.
With WWE making its way to Netflix and the much-loved series Rana Naidu finding a faithful audience, this collaboration highlights Netflix’s commitment to delivering premier entertainment tailored for its Indian viewers.
Reflecting on his experience from Las Vegas, Daggubati remarked, “Being at WrestleMania 41 is a surreal experience—WWE has been part of our childhoods. To witness it live and represent India on a global platform, especially with both WWE and Rana Naidu streaming on Netflix, feels like coming full circle.”
In an added touch to the event’s spirit, WWE superstars Liv Morgan and Dominik Mysterio delighted fans with a surprise appearance in traditional attire while exploring Mumbai. As a continuation of their promotional tour, the two met with Daggubati and fellow star Siddhant Chaturvedi, taking memorable photos together, all while showcasing the famous WWE Championship belt.
Images shared by Netflix India reflected the camaraderie and excitement among Daggubati, Chaturvedi, Morgan, and Mysterio, highlighting an enthusiastic reception of WWE’s official foray into India. In a social media post, Netflix proclaimed, “LivDom just made their Mumbai entrance. Watch WWE weekly, only on Netflix.”
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