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India Today
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
MS Dhoni and Coolie composer Anirudh play Padel at Chennai court. Viral video
Mahendra Singh Dhoni and 'Coolie' composer Anirudh Ravichander were seen playing Padel at the cricketer's newly launched Padel brand, 7Padel. The inauguration of the court, located in Palavakkam in ECR (East Coast Road), was a grand soiree. Anirudh Ravichander and Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad were also present on the occasion.A viral video from the event has emerged on the Internet and is now going viral. In the video, Dhoni can be seen giving tips to Anirudh on how to play Padel, a racquet the video: 7Padel is a 20,000-square-foot facility that houses three Padel courts, a pickleball court, a swimming pool, gym, recovery room, cafe and a Dhoni shares a close connection with Chennai, having played for Chennai Super Kings for almost two decades. Anirudh Ravichander, too, has had a few encounters with MS Dhoni in the past. In the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Anirudh performed at the Chepauk Stadium ahead of Chennai Super Kings' opening match of the the inauguration of his brand, MS Dhoni spoke about his love for Chennai and why he chose to launch the court in the the work front, Anirudh Ravichander is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film, 'Coolie', starring Superstar Rajinikanth. The songs were released at the film's audio launch on August 2 and are already chartbusters. 'Coolie' will hit theatres on August 14, and will clash with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's 'War 2'.- EndsMust Watch


Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Captain Cool meets Music Sensation': Viral video of MS Dhoni playing padel with Anirudh steals the show
MS Dhoni playing padel with Anirudh (Video grab) MS Dhoni 's latest sports venture, 7Padel, had its grand opening in Chennai on Thursday — but it was a light-hearted rally between the former India skipper and music composer Anirudh Ravichander that stole the show online. The clip of the duo playing shots on the court quickly went viral, adding a dash of star power to the brand's debut. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The sprawling 20,000-square-foot facility in Palavakkam, ECR, boasts three padel courts, a pickleball court, swimming pool, gym, recovery room, café, and sauna. Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad also joined the launch festivities. Poll Do you think MS Dhoni's involvement will boost the popularity of padel in India? Definitely Maybe Not Really 'Chennai has always been special to me. The city has given me so much on and off the field, and it feels only right to launch my first padel centre here. Padel is exciting and addictive. More importantly, it's inclusive and anyone, not just professionals, can try the sport. I want 7Padel to be a place where athletes, families, and fitness lovers all find their space,' Dhoni said at the inauguration. Inside The Oval: An Exclusive Tour of the Stadium Where India Played the Final Test Padel, a racquet sport blending tennis and squash, is played on an enclosed court smaller than a tennis court — typically in doubles — making it fast-paced and social. Dhoni's investment aims to introduce this growing sport to a wider audience in India. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like When Knee Pain Hits, Start Eating These Foods, and Feel Your Pain Go Away (It's Genius) Read More Undo Anirudh, fresh from his music commitments, took to the court with Dhoni, flashing his trademark smile while trading rallies. Watch the viral video here: With Dhoni's influence and the viral buzz from the launch, 7Padel is poised to become both a sporting hotspot and a celebrity hangout in Chennai. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!