"Being at WrestleMania 41 is a surreal experience"
Fans were left surprised when it was revealed that Rana Daggubati was in attendance at WWE WrestleMania 41, held at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
He was spotted in the crowd during night two of the highly anticipated event, which featured seven matches.
The headline bout saw John Cena defeat Cody Rhodes for the Undisputed WWE Championship and become a 17-time world champion.
Ragu, best known globally for his role in the Baahubali franchise, brought a touch of star power to the Las Vegas arena.
Wearing a crisp white shirt and a black jacket, the actor seemed at home among thousands of fans.
His excitement was evident as he soaked in the larger-than-life atmosphere of one of WWE’s biggest nights.
Rana also received a shoutout from WWE commentators during the live broadcast.
Commentator Pat McAfee said: “Rana is in the house. Rana Naidu is streaming on Netflix. Massive family member of WWE.”
Sharing his thoughts on the experience, Rana said:
“Being at WrestleMania 41 is a surreal experience – WWE has been a part of all our childhoods.
“Now, to witness it live and to be able to represent India on a global stage, especially with both WWE and Rana Naidu streaming on Netflix, feels like a full-circle moment.”
After seeing Rana Daggubati in the crowd, fans flocked to social media.
One wrote: “Did I see @RanaDaggubati at WrestleMania 41?”
Another said: “Spotted #RanaDaggubati front row at #WrestleMania in my screenshot. Not too surprised given WWE’s big following in India. Cool moment.”
Many celebrated his presence, calling it a fun and unexpected crossover moment.
One fan tweeted:
“Rana Daggubati watching WWE live… It was so fun.”
Another added: “Crazy. Man living the best life of @WWE Fan.”
@RanaDaggubati at #WrestleMania41 ?#Rana #RanaDaggubati #RanaNaidu #WWE #WWEWrestleMania #wweWrestleMania41
Copyrights @peacock & @netflix @NetflixIndia pic.twitter.com/Mu47b3nweR
— VIJAY KALAPALA (@VictoryVijay91) April 21, 2025
Some users speculated on whether the actor would ever step into the ring himself.
One person asked: “Is #WrestleMania in your mind after retirement from movies @RanaDaggubati? Surely you will wipe out all of them in the ring.
Another wrote: “Damn Indian film actor @RanaDaggubati is here wow #WrestleMania.”
Rana Daggubati stars in the Netflix series Rana Naidu and following the success of season one, the crime drama has been renewed for a second season.
Arjun Rampal will join the cast as a villain.
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