Creating history for Commonwealth games

Bollywood stars Aishwarya Rai, Saif Ali Khan, Rani Mukerji, Lara Dutta and Priyanka Chopra have consented to feature in the larger-than-life cultural extravaganza planned for the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne later this month. About two billion people are likely to watch the eveng across five continents.

India's cultural contingent at the Games shall probably be the largest with as many as 900 performers. The 15-minute segment is likely to see live performances by singers Sonu Nigam, Sunidhi Chauhan, Shreya Ghoshal, Blaaze and choreographer Shiamak Davar. Percussion maestros Taufiq Qureshi and Sivamani are also scheduled to perform at the stadium.

As per Hindu report, a gigantic celebration of all that is famous in the entertainment world, the evening will begin with an India showcase film directed by Ken Ghosh that captures the spirit of the country. This will be followed by a tribute to Yoga by actress and dancer Isha Sherwani and a dance ballet by Aishwarya Rai.

There will also be a short film devoted to Delhi followed by a 'bhangra' performance by Rani Mukerji and Saif Ali Khan to "Delhi Dhamaal'' sung by Sukhwinder Singh and Gayatri, as per Mandira Nayar.