Jay Shah fires ‘Dhurandhar’ missile at Mohsin Naqvi ahead of IND vs PAK clash; Hanumankind set to perform

The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash at the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 is all set to witness another drama in Colombo on Sunday (February 15) that will only add fire to this already heated rivalry, especially after the ICC vs PCB row recently.

India vs Pakistan clash at T20 World Cup 2026

As reported by a Jagran News reporter, the entertainment show before the India vs. Pakistan clash will be much bigger and eye-grabbing in Colombo.

Colombo will see a glittering ceremony prior to the two rivals taking the field, much like the grand opening of the T20 World Cup 2026 in Mumbai.

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The viral tracks from the Indian blockbuster film Dhurandhar, which were banned in Pakistan, will be played during the pre-match show in Colombo.

The man behind this bold move is reportedly the ICC chairman Jay Shah, and this stunt could unsettle Pakistan ahead of the big Group A game.

🔥 पाकिस्तान को मिलेगा ‘धुरंधर’ डोज
🔥 भारत-पाकिस्तान मुकाबले से पहले पाकिस्तान को एक और झटका लगेगा। पाकिस्तान में जिस धुरंधर फिल्म को बैन करके उसके गाने को प्रतिबंधित किया गया था, उसका गाना कोलंबो मैच से पहले बजाया जाएगा
🔥 मुंबई में टी-20 विश्व कप की ओपनिंग सेरेमनी की तर्ज पर… pic.twitter.com/zKRAVNCqa1

— Abhishek Tripathi / अभिषेक त्रिपाठी (@abhishereporter) February 15, 2026

Hanumankind's performance for Mohsin Naqvi by Jay Shah adds more spice

The biggest highlight of the night will be a live performance by Sooraj Cherukat, who is popularly known as Hanumankind, the rapper who shot to fame with the powerful track from Dhurandhar. His presence has created a huge buzz among fans, and social media is already on fire.

The history behind the song makes this move even more explosive. The film was banned in Pakistan due to an alleged anti-Pakistan narrative. But the song crossed borders and became a sensation. Interestingly, it was even used during a grand political event linked to Bilawal Bhutto Zardari.

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The fact that it will play in front of Mohsin Naqvi, the chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Pakistan’s Interior Minister, has only added spice to the situation, as India vs Pakistan matches always carry emotion, tension, and pride.

Big challenge for Men in Blue

Meanwhile, Suryakumar Yadav and Salman Ali Agha are ready to lead India into one of the biggest matches of the tournament. After days of off-field tension between the ICC and PCB, the game is finally set to go ahead. The Colombo surface has a strong history of helping spinners.

The ball usually grips and turns. It demands control and smart shot selection from the batters. Pakistan got used to the conditions, as they have already played two games in Colombo, and their spin attack could become their biggest weapon against India.

India’s batters have scored freely on flat and true wickets. But Colombo will not offer the same comfort. The conditions will test their technique and patience. This is where the real challenge begins, and the Men in Blue must adjust quickly or face a big setback.

Weather adds fresh drama to India vs Pakistan encounter

There is another big concern, and that is the weather. A low-pressure area is likely to form over the southeastern Bay of Bengal around February 15. That raises serious questions over possible rain during the T20 World Cup 2026 Group A match.

At the moment, there is no rain in Colombo. Only a few clouds hang in the sky. Conditions look stable right now. However, weather forecasts suggest a strong chance of rain during the clash.