Hockey WC opening ceremony highlights: Madhuri dazzles, Rahman enthralls

Men's Hockey World Cup 2018 opening ceremony will mark the beginning of the tournament. Several Bollywood stars will rock the stage. Catch Hockey World Cup 2018 live updates.

8:19 PM

A R Rehman presents his all-time greatest hit Dil Se

8:18 PM

The striking of piano keys couldn't get any melodious

8:15 PM

It is Rehman time now

8:15 PM

Participating children being thanked for their hard work

8:12 PM

And the globe ascends 

8:07 PM

The Indian culture and mythology could not have been depicted any better.

8:04 PM

5 elements being explained in Madhuri's performance

8:02 PM

7:58 PM

Varahi, the bore who rescued Mother Earth, finds a mention in Madhuri's performance

7:57 PM

Bhagwat Gita is invoked by Madhuri Dixit in her performance

7:56 PM

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7:47 PM

Tribal dance of Odisha at its beautiful best

7:42 PM

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