Indian Superstar's New Figures Takeover London and Singapore Attractions
Ranveer Singh, Bollywood's golden boy, meets not one, but two wax figures of himself at Madame Tussauds on December 18, 2023!
Swati Bhat
Image courtesy: #MadamTussauds official
Singh's climb to popularity was nothing short of legendary, with a string of back-to-back blockbuster singles cementing him as a much-loved Bollywood fixture. From his acting debut in Band Baaja Baaraat (2010) to popular masterpieces Bajirao Mastani (2015), Padmaavat (2018), and Gully Boy (2019), he has starred in several awe-inspiring films abroad. For almost a decade, the celebrity has maintained a high-octane presence in India, appearing on Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list every year since 2012 and being recognised by GQ, India Today, and The Indian Express as one of the country's top 50 most important and powerful people.
Singh's climb to popularity was nothing short of legendary, with a string of back-to-back blockbuster singles cementing him as a much-loved Bollywood fixture. From his acting debut in Band Baaja Baaraat (2010) to popular masterpieces Bajirao Mastani (2015), Padmaavat (2018), and Gully Boy (2019), he has starred in several awe-inspiring films abroad. For almost a decade, the celebrity has maintained a high-octane presence in India, appearing on Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list every year since 2012 and being recognised by GQ, India Today, and The Indian Express as one of the country's top 50 most important and powerful people.
Ranveer Singh was involved in the creative process from start to finish, specifically selecting the different styles and styling for his figures. The neon sherwani made by Manish Arora for Ranveer's wedding ceremonies pays respect to Ranveer's culture and history. Hundreds of individually embroidered embellishments and extravagant leopard head-shoulder designs accent the eye-catching ensemble, which is brought together with a triple-layered diamond and pearl necklace and eight huge gemstone set rings. The Singapore model wears a stunning tailored tuxedo with a velvet coat and flower decorations. Designed by Gaurav Gupta and worn by Ranveer to the Hello! Hall of Fame Awards, the figure was gratefully gifted by Ranveer himself.
The figure was first disclosed in 2019 when the actor received the Madame Tussauds of the Future Award at the International Indian Film Academy when it was confirmed that he would be joining the star-studded attraction. Fans have been anticipating the release of the figure ever since, and today's announcement reveals the debut of not one, but two new figurines of the global superstar.
Ranveer Singh communiquéd after witnessing two of his first-ever stats from the attraction: “As a child, my Mother first told me about Madame Tussauds. Ever since a young age, I’ve had a fascination for this mythical, magical place called Madame Tussauds and it’s been incredible to see how the journey of life works… What an incredible moment it is for me to be here with my Mum, launching my figure at Madame Tussauds London. It’s a hugely proud moment for me and my family. It is a significant achievement to have your figure at Madame Tussauds because the attraction recognises excellence in each respective field, so to be in such an esteemed company feels wonderful. I feel very happy, very humble, very grateful, and very very proud.”
A spokesman for Madame Tussauds London stated of the actor's addition to their A-list lineup: "Ranveer Singh is not merely an actor but a force of creative dynamism. With a line-up of blockbuster hits and an unwavering commitment to social causes, Ranveer Singh’s influence extends beyond just cinema. His impact is felt not only through the lens of entertainment but also through his dedication to creating a more compassionate and equitable world for all. It’s for this reason that his stardom transcends globally and the launch of two new figures sitting in opposite corners of the world are a testament to his undeniable achievements.”
Andre Timmins, Co-Founder of the IIFA, said “It is so exciting for IIFA to be a part of this unveiling for Ranveer’s Madame Tussauds’ figure launch as it was at the 2011 IIFA Awards, Toronto where he won his first Best Debutant Award, and said on stage that "this is just the beginning”. Like IIFA, it truly was just the start of a soaring career, and we are proud as a brand to have been able to take an icon of Indian Cinema and the fraternity to such new heights, with global recognition, and as being honored at Madame Tussauds London.”
Ranveer Singh's London figure will be available for guests to meet in the attraction starting Monday 18th December, joining the likes of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Beyonce, Cristiano Ronaldo, Deepika Padukone, and 150 other incredibly lifelike celebrity figures.
Ranveer's Singapore figure will be accessible for customers to meet beginning Saturday, December 23rd, in the IIFA Awards Experience zone at Madame Tussauds Singapore. He will appear with celebrities such as Virat Kohli, Karan Johar, Michael Jackson, Priyanka Chopra, and many more.
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