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Kartik Aaryan fronts Disney+ Hotstar’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 campaign
Mumbai: As we inch closer to the beginning of the eagerly anticipated ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 starting June 2, fans nationwide are rooting for the Men in Blue. Post the success of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 campaign, Disney+ Hotstar has once again collaborated with the young superstar Kartik Aaryan as he becomes the face for its latest campaign, Free For All, Har Match Har Ball. The recently released ad film for the campaign emphasises Disney+ Hotstar’s ‘Free on mobile’ offering for the tournament enabling all the cricket fans across the country never to miss any cricketing action.
Kartik’s love for cricket is known to all and the Bollywood actor is extremely passionate about the sport. The vibrant ad film opens with a shot of the hustling and bustling railway station platform and Kartik Aaryan in a Team India jersey making an announcement. In his signature style, we see him rallying cricket fans from all nooks and corners, dancing and celebrating to a ‘Free for all’ jingle as he declares that users can watch ‘Har Match Har Ball’ of the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup for free on the Disney+ Hotstar mobile app. Conceptualised by the Disney+ Hotstar team and directed by Vijay Maurya, the film captures the excitement of the game with its catchy jingle and its significance in the lives of Indians as they come together to revel and cheer for Team India. To top it off, Irfan Pathan and Sanjay Manjrekar are also seen playing cameos in the film.
“Cricket holds a special place in the heart of every Indian, and our mission is to ensure its accessibility to all. Through this campaign, we aim to extend the sport’s reach to every corner of the nation, ensuring that our users can experience every thrilling moment of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup for free on their mobile devices. We’re thrilled to collaborate with Kartik Aaryan once again; his passion for cricket and entertainment perfectly aligns with the spirit of this campaign,” said a Disney+ Hotstar spokesperson.
Kartik Aaryan said, “Cricket isn’t just a sport for me; it’s a lifelong passion. I lived and breathed every moment of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 and look forward to watching Team India excel in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Super thrilled to collaborate with Disney+ Hotstar again, ensuring that the cricket fans know that they can enjoy the tournament for free on mobile.”
The first match will take place between the USA and Canada on 2 June 2024 at 6:00 AM IST. The ninth edition of the tournament will be hosted by West Indies and the USA, with the event featuring 20 teams competing across 55 games for the right to be crowned ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 champions.
Get ready to witness the cricketing action live and free on mobile on Disney+ Hotstar starting June 2, 2024
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
