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Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Roman Reigns loses the social media crown to The Great Khali
Image via WWE Roman Reigns has beaten many, but fell short when it came to the real megastar of social media, The Great Khali . Roman Reigns has emerged to become WWE 's marquee superstar of the modern era. However, before there was a Tribal Chief ruling the roost of the company, a towering presence was captivating the WWE Universe from India. He was none other than The Great Khali . While he is no longer an active competitor in the promotion, he has beaten their top star, Roman Reigns, in terms of followership on social media. The Great Khali reigns supreme over Roman Reigns in a surprising statistic A surprising statistic was recently highlighted on social media. Over the course of 13 years in WWE as an active performer, Roman Reigns' fame and popularity brought him close to 10 million followers on Instagram. On the other hand, The Great Khali, who garnered major attention for his social media antics over the last few years, surpassed The OTC. The former World Heavyweight Champion commands an impressive 11.6 million followers on Instagram. This meant that he beat the 1,316 day reigning Undisputed WWE Champion by close to 2 million followers on the social media platform, despite no longer wrestling. Khali has capitalized on his social media game, commanding a huge presence online which has taken him ahead of The Bloodline's most successful WWE star of the modern era. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Adidas Three Shorts With 60% Discount, Limited Stock Available Original Adidas Shop Now Undo Is Roman Reigns appearing on WWE television? Roman Reigns' last televised WWE appearance came at the RAW after WrestleMania 41. He came down to the ring to exact revenge on his longtime rival and former Shield brother, Seth Rollins. The Visionary played a part in corrupting Reigns' Wiseman, Paul Heyman, who betrayed him at WrestleMania to join Rollins. However, he and CM Punk were viciously beaten down at the end of the show by their new ally, Bron Breakker. CM Punk returned two weeks later, while Reigns has yet to return. It has been reported that he could return in June. Moreover, with Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker adding a returning Bronson Reed to their ranks at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event, The OTC's return to join Punk and Sami Zayn, who faced them at the event, looks imminent. Also read: WWE steward Triple H shares Money in the Bank official artwork: From John Cena to Cody Rhodes, it's a mega bonanza Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE 2k25: NBA star Tyrese Haliburton announced as a playable character in new DLC
WWE Monday Night RAW is known for surprises, and the May 19, 2025 episode of the red brand was no different. At the start of the show, the program teased a major announcement regarding Indiana Pacers NBA player Tyrese Haliburton. As it happened, it was announced through a video call interview that the two-time NBA All-Star will be a playable character in the wrestling video game WWE 2K25. This news came live during a segment with Michael Cole and Pat McAfee, where Haliburton confirmed his addition to the upcoming Dunks & Destruction DLC pack. BREAKING: Tyrese Haliburton is coming to WWE 2K25 later this year! 🔥🔥🔥#WWERaw This crossover has excited both WWE and basketball fans. The update will let players control Haliburton in the ring or go head-to-head against him. Triple H, the WWE's CCO, had already hinted at previous talks with the Indiana star, and now the partnership is official. The DLC also includes The Great Khali and Abyss, with two more NBA players yet to be revealed. The full pack is set to release on June 25, 2025. Who is Tyrese Haliburton? Tyrese Haliburton is a star guard for the Indiana Pacers. Known for his court vision and smooth playing style. He has quickly become one of the most talked-about players in the NBA. After being drafted by Sacramento in 2020, he was traded to Indiana where his career reached new heights. He led the Pacers to the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals, facing the New York Knicks. WWE 2K25 and the new DLC WWE 2K25 continues to push the limits with its latest crossover content. The Dunks & Destruction pack mixes NBA stars with wrestling legends. Fans can create their own matchups, from Haliburton vs. The Undertaker to a full NBA vs. WWE tag team brawl. With improved graphics and more game modes, the new release is set to be a hit when it drops next month.
Time of India
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Netflix showcases The Great Khali's human side in WrestleMania's promo
Wrestling icon The Great Khali has joined hands with Netflix for the latest promo film of WrestleMania . Written and produced in-house by the agency One Hand Clap , the campaign presents the legend in a refreshing, never-seen-before light. The promo features Khali trying his hand at a variety of activities — from creating social media content and making reels to appearing on reality shows and working a 9-to-5 job. Yet, he admits that nothing quite matches the excitement of his WWE days, and upon discovering that WrestleMania is now streaming on Netflix, his enthusiasm comes rushing back. Combining Khali's towering presence with One Hand Clap's signature creative flair, the film delivers a seamless blend of emotion and light humour, capturing Khali at a reflective stage in life until WrestleMania's arrival reignites his unmistakable spark. Naveed Manakkodan, co-founder of One Hand Clap, added, 'This is the third time we've worked with Khali, and all I can say is I can't wait to work with him for the fourth time." Tarunark Vyas, group creative manager at One Hand Clap, said, 'The idea was about showing the human side of Khali — the gentle giant who needed a real spark to come alive again. WrestleMania gave us the perfect canvas to bring that story to life.' The campaign for Netflix, featuring The Great Khali, exemplifies this approach, leaving a lasting impact in the digital sphere. One Hand Clap delves deep into the complexities of online culture, delivering impactful storytelling that authentically connects with audiences. Watch the video here:
