The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will kick off in grand style on March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, with a star-studded opening ceremony ahead of the season opener between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
From high-energy musical acts to a drone show and a special appearance by Shah Rukh Khan, the celebration promises to be one of the biggest in IPL history. Here’s a look at the minute-by-minute breakdown of the event:
IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony Schedule:
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 5:00 PM – 5:05 PM | Bump In |
| 6:10 PM – 6:11 PM | IPL Count UP – VT |
| 6:11 PM – 6:13 PM | Opening Monologue by SRK |
| 6:13 PM – 6:13:30 PM | Intro AV – VT: Shreya Ghoshal |
| 6:13:30 PM – 6:29:30 PM | ACT 1: Shreya Ghoshal performance |
| 6:29:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Intro AV – VT: Disha Patani |
| 6:30 PM – 6:34 PM | ACT 2: Disha Patani performance |
| 6:34 PM – 6:34:30 PM | Intro AV – VT: Karan Aujla |
| 6:34:30 PM – 6:42:30 PM | ACT 3: Karan Aujla performance (Disha joins for final song) |
| 6:42:30 PM – 6:44:45 PM | Anamorphic Projection |
| 6:44:45 PM – 6:52:45 PM | SRK on main stage + Chat with cricketers |
| 6:52:45 PM – 6:53:15 PM | SRK invites BCCI officials & celebs for Protocol Segment |
| 6:53:15 PM – 6:54:45 PM | 2 Captains enter on float + SRK interaction |
| 6:54:45 PM – 6:59:45 PM | Cake cutting, balloon release, drone show & trophy photo-op |
| 6:59:45 PM – 7:00:45 PM | Fireworks |
| 7:00:45 PM – 7:07:45 PM | Bump Out |
Key Highlights:
- Shah Rukh Khan opens the ceremony and later chats with players and hosts officials.
- Shreya Ghoshal, Disha Patani, and Karan Aujla headline the performances.
- A drone show, balloon release, and fireworks will light up the skies before kickoff.
- A photo session with the IPL trophy, celebrities, and team captains wraps up the event.
With lights, music, and cricket’s biggest stars, fans can expect an unforgettable start to IPL 2025.
