[PICTURES] Pakistan Super League 2018 - Opening Ceremony Discussion Thread

[MenInG]

Lahore February 10: The HBL Pakistan Super League (HBL PSL) season three is set to enthrall millions of cricket fans across the world.

For the third year in succession, the tournament would be launched through a glittering opening ceremony on Thursday, February 22 at the Dubai International Stadium (DSC) featuring international quality stars.

The following is the Artists line-up for the ceremony.

-Abida Parveen-(Internationally acclaimed Sufi singer who will perform a Sufi Act. A Sufi medley of her best songs)

-Jason Derulo-(Internationally acclaimed American Pop music artist set to perform some his smash hit numbers)

-Ali Zafar-(Internationally acclaimed singer and rock star, the voice of HBL PSL who has produced the official PSL anthem for the third year running)

-Shehzad Roy-(Internationally acclaimed singer associated with the HBL PSL since the inception of the league)

-Other attractions include a fantastic display of fireworks.

The ceremony will begin at 7 pm UAE time.

The ceremony would be followed by the opening match of the tournament between defending champions Peshawar Zalmi and newcomers Multan Sultans

[MenInG]

Very interesting combination of artistes!

[barah_admi]

Derulo? Now that's left field haha

[DeadBall]

Derulo? Now that's left field haha

Last time it was Shaggy. I don't think the organizers had actually heard his lyrics before they hired him. Anyway I guess its time to Wiggle Wiggle Wiggle this year.

[DRsohail]

Abida parveen..this is interesting.

[BlueDoritos]

No Atif Aslam?

[Kohli, The King of Chase]

They can bring in Zareen khan.... Bollywood celebrity may bring some necessary hype.

[Hedz]

Can’t wait to see Najam Seth dance to Wiggle Wiggle Wiggle����

[Rana]

Ali Zafar and Shahzad Roy,,,are they even relevant these days?

[super hitter]

Very interesting combination of artistes!

But hardly makes sense on a cricket field! like Abida Parveen...seriously?

[dhonixi]

Abida parveen is good, but what the sense of sufi concert here. Odd

[TM Riddle]

Ali Zafar and Shahzad Roy,,,are they even relevant these days?

Far far better than a nobody like Jason Derulo. Internationally acclaimed lmao.

[Syed1]

Not a fan of opening and closing ceremonies.... specially for an event that is held every year. They should have national anthem... A team's parade and then start the games.

[Hedz]

Ali Zafar and Shahzad Roy,,,are they even relevant these days?

Yh pretty much

Ali Zafar has sang each PSL Anthem so far and Islamabad Uniteds first year Anthem
And Shehzad Roy has sang all the HBL anthems so far and Karachi Kings Anthem for the past two seasons

[zoeyfactor]

Impressive to bring in Derulo. I am expecting a surprising duo between Abida Perveen and Derulo.

[AssassinatedDevil]

Bringing on Derulo is massive! Kudos to the organisers and management.

[RobinJay]

Derulo's a good one. Can't imagine what songs he'll be performing though...

[Sher Khan]

Abida Parveen!! Interesting choice of artists. Atif Aslam or Rahat might have been a better choice, as most of the fans are young. First time, I've heard of Jason Derulo so can't say his too popular. Zayn Malik or Rihanna would have been a better choice.

[MenInG]

PCB disowns concert news at NSK

Lahore February 14: The PCB strongly rejects the news circulating on social media about a concert at Karachi's National Stadium on February 24.

The stadium is heading towards the Pakistan Super League final and any activity at the venue is barred.

PCB hopes that the organizers of the event will abstain from spreading rumours that are only misleading the public.

[Fantasy]

What is the use of having a new anthem and song every year?

[MenInG]

Another act that is set to mesmerize at the #HBLPSL opening ceremony. The Sachal Ensemble would also present a powerful rendition of the National Anthem

[UN talkz]

What is the use of having a new anthem and song every year?

Generating Hype

[UN talkz]

Another act that is set to mesmerize at the #HBLPSL opening ceremony. The Sachal Ensemble would also present a powerful rendition of the National Anthem

Wah wah
A sufiana opening ceremony this time around.

[Fantasy]

Generating Hype

Hardly does that.

It actually is pretty useless to have them changed every year. Stick with one and people will encapsulate their emotions around that. Nostagia factor will surely creep in.

[Saj]

I'm surprised Najam Sethi isn't the lead act on stage with Shakeel Shaikh

[Savak]

Why not invite Armin Van Buuren?

[UN talkz]

Pakistan Super League 2018 trophy unvieling ceremony will be held on 20th Feb(Tuesday)
The trophy will be carried to the ceremony by Defending Champion Peshawar Zalmi captain Daren Sammy

[NeVerMind]

Who is showing PSL on UK television?

[UN talkz]

Who is showing PSL on UK television?

Pls check OP here
http://www.pakpassion.net/ppforum/sh...oadcast-Thread

[Corridor of Uncertainty]

Another cringeworthy opening ceremony coming up.

Three suggestions to make it palatable:
1. No speeches at all - especially by Najam Sethi
2. No eye candy anchors. Get professionals or just do announcements in the background
3. Start on time and finish on time. Preferably in 90 minutes.

[DRsohail]

Another cringeworthy opening ceremony coming up.

Three suggestions to make it palatable:
1. No speeches at all - especially by Najam Sethi
2. No eye candy anchors. Get professionals or just do announcements in the background
3. Start on time and finish on time. Preferably in 90 minutes.

Not gonna happen...The Sethi speech is sure at least.

[MenInG]

HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) Artist Press Conference:
Dubai February 21:

The HBL PSL Artist press conference was held today at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The curtain raiser for the opening ceremony of the third edition of the HBL PSL was held where the artists performing at the event spoke about their performances which are set to electrify the crowd at the Stadium tomorrow.

The star studded cast for the ceremony include some world class performers who have made their mark with their exhilarating and memorable songs that have touched a chord with millions of fans.

Keeping with the tradition the season three opening ceremony should dazzle the audiences at the stadium and the millions watching on their TV screens and through our LIVE stream around the world.

The ceremony is a wonderful reflection of Pakistan’s culture and heritage beautifully amalgamated with modernity, an internationally acclaimed artist like Jason Derulo will perform this year following in the footsteps of Sean Paul and Shaggy who made their mark at the first two editions of the HBL PSL.

Two young and upcoming movie stars who have already made an impression at the Pakistani showbiz scene Hareem Farooq and Bilal Ashraf will be emceeing the ceremony.

Speaking at the occasion the Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board Mr. Najam Sethi thanked the artists for taking part in the HBL PSL opening ceremony festivities, the chairman added that the participating performers will make the event a truly memorable one.

“The HBL PSL opening ceremonies in the first two seasons have set a very high benchmark and have raised the bar for sporting leagues around the world. Keeping with the tradition the season three opening ceremony should dazzle the audiences at the stadium and the millions watching on their TV screens and through our LIVE stream around the world.”

The artists who spoke at the press conference included:

-Abida Parveen-(Internationally acclaimed Sufi singer who will perform a Sufi Act who would perform A Sufi medley of her best songs)

-Ali Zafar-(Internationally acclaimed singer and rock star, the voice of HBL PSL who has produced the official PSL anthem for the third year running)

-Shehzad Roy-(Internationally acclaimed singer associated with the HBL PSL since the inception of the league)

-Sachal Orchestra-(Internationally acclaimed orchestra set to mesmerize with their soulful Folk/Sufi tunes; they will also perform a powerful rendition of our beloved National Anthem)

-Emcees for the event Bilal Ashraf and Hareem Farooq.

Meanwhile, Jason Derulo-(Internationally acclaimed American Pop music artist set to perform some his smash hit numbers will be joining the ceremony tomorrow.

Besides the wonderful line-up of performances the HBL PSL opening ceremony would include some other spellbinding acts and attractions that will enthral the fans for the third year in the running.

The ceremony starts at 7pm UAE time, the ceremony would be followed by the first match of the tournament between defending champions Peshawar Zalmi and newcomers Multan Sultans, the match will start at 9:00 pm

[MenInG]

[ZyzzBrah]

Far far better than a nobody like Jason Derulo. Internationally acclaimed lmao.

Are you feeling okay? Jason D is a huge international artist and last year or so has made some insanely popular music.

[TM Riddle]

Are you feeling okay? Jason D is a huge international artist and last year or so has made some insanely popular music.

Yes yes and Nicki Minaj too.

[Abdullah719]

Ceremony starts soon. Broadcast has started.

[DeadBall]

Bazid Khan seems to have improved his monotone delivery, despite his great insight especially in domestic matters, his commentary usually made me fall asleep before.

[-=Umair=-]

Snap of Stadium Via PSL Sattelite Feed
For Broadcaster

[Arham_PakFan]

Super hyped for this.Not for the performances themselves,but for the start of the PSL.

[Syed1]

Just got cricketgateway subscription... it is a steal to pay 10 bucks and watch hd quality for a the whole tournament.

[Syed1]

Danny is right... KK vs LQ in Karachi will be epic. LQ will feel like they are playing in India or Bangladesh lol. Pin drop silence for every wicket or boundary.

[Syed1]

Dammit I got called in to a long haul meeting at work. Gonna miss most of the opening ceremony and first match.... ya Allah itna zulm

[Arham_PakFan]

It has begun.Ali Zafar is performing.

[Ibad17]

Yeh Teefa kaun Hai?

[j_kazmi]

Dammit I got called in to a long haul meeting at work. Gonna miss most of the opening ceremony and first match.... ya Allah itna zulm

You should consider yourself lucky

So cringe and unprofessional.

[Bewal Express]

My wife thinks that the co presenting lady is an Indian actress, is that true?

[haris93]

what's the highest resolution option your getting ? here in Pak its only 480p

[Arham_PakFan]

Crowd for the ceremony is a lot better than the last 2 seasons.

[Arham_PakFan]

My wife thinks that the co presenting lady is an Indian actress, is that true?

Nah she’s a Pakistani movie and drama actress

[Ibad17]

I can already see a lot of Yellow shirts in the crowd.

[abughio]

HOSTS are annoying..

are they really.. or I cant wait for the match to start

[haris93]

Just got cricketgateway subscription... it is a steal to pay 10 bucks and watch hd quality for a the whole tournament.

do you really have option of 720 or 1080p ?
here on cricketgate pk has only 480p option as max quality

[Arham_PakFan]

Qalandars have the best anthem

[Syed1]

do you really have option of 720 or 1080p ?
here on cricketgate pk has only 480p option as max quality

1080p and 720p

[Arham_PakFan]

Sarfraz saying Viv bhai ka passport ka masla ho raha hai isi liye nahi aasaka abhi tak

[The cricket enthusiast]

rameeez cringeworthy raja.
asking Mc cullum if he is fit enough.
to imad : jawani mey he kaptaani milgayi :facepalm
to mibah : aaapki battery chalrahi hy aabhi tk? 🤣

[Ibad17]

Ramiz Raja can become a great stand up comedian. Legend.

[babajee]

1080p and 720p

Do you know if there is any delay in action?

[Ibad17]

Do you know if there is any delay in action?

cricketgateway is having a lot of issues. its stopping after every 10-15 mints.

[shaaik]

You should consider yourself lucky

So cringe and unprofessional.

As usual , we Pakistani fans just can’t have enough of anything ... we are always a dissatisfied lot no matter what !

[DeadBall]

rameeez cringeworthy raja.
asking Mc cullum if he is fit enough.
to imad : jawani mey he kaptaani milgayi :facepalm
to mibah : aaapki battery chalrahi hy aabhi tk? ��

To Malik - Buhut kamzoor lag rahe ho, Cup utha sako gai kya?

Maliks reply - Hamare paas Pollard hai woh ek hi haath sai utha lai ga

Epic.

[Syed1]

I hate this opening ceremony business

[DeadBall]

Looks more like Coke Studio season 11 than PSL so far.

[DeadBall]

Btw who is that mini Sethi in the pictures above.

[j_kazmi]

As usual , we Pakistani fans just can’t have enough of anything ... we are always a dissatisfied lot no matter what !

All I’m saying is that it could be better. If we want this to be an international event then we really need to improve it.

At the state it is right now it really is bad. I don’t mind it being cringey, just when they’re unprossional and mess things up is when I have a problem.

[NeVerMind]

this is cringe worthy...they messed up Jason's entrance...could hear his chat with stage hands...was not ready

[Syed1]

Still an hour to the match???? When is this garbage ceremony going to end?

[MRSN]

Why do they waste time and money on these opening ceremony circus?

[The cricket enthusiast]

terrible lip sync. 😂

[MenInG]

[ataullah]

Begherti aur behayay kab khatam ho gi?

[Fahdi]

Watching Jason Derulo's performance sitting alongside my parents is extremely awkward.... I feel a "What is our muashra coming to.." lecture is about to come...

[DeadBall]

this is cringe worthy...they messed up Jason's entrance...could hear his chat with stage hands...was not ready

They were even chatting during the performance.

[troodon]

Ali Zafar is looking more and more Asian with each passing year.

[DeadBall]

Jason saying Assalam Alaikum. Tomorrow's headlines - Muslim all around the world claiming that he has converted and PZ offering him a honorary Pakistani citizenship.

[Syed1]

Maaf kardo yaar... kaunsay guna ki saza hai yeh.... match laga do bus

[Deewana Mastana]

3rd year running and yet another cringworthy opening ceremony.

Would they ever learn? They've got so much money just to put to waste like this.

[dauntless]

Not a big fan of these kind of ceremonies.

[DeadBall]

Btw Jason didn't sing Wiggle Wiggle Wiggle. With everything else going on with the female dancers (for desi viewers) I don't think it would mattered much as half of them (especially the older generation) would have understood it anyway.

[DeadBall]

The ceremony is over. Even I am thanking God.