South Indian actor and athlete Arvind Krishna made waves at the first-ever BudX NBA House Celebrity Game, held at the Dome, Mumbai. Sharing the court with national icons like Disha Patani, Badshah, Rannvijay Singha, and Varun Sood, Arvind stood out as the only South Indian celebrity featured in the elite lineup—representing Telugu cinema and the Southern entertainment industry on one of the sport’s biggest platforms.
Wearing jersey No. 3, Arvind brought his signature mix of athleticism and cinematic presence to the court. The moment was particularly powerful, as it marked a comeback for Arvind—who spent the past year recovering from a serious knee injury. From powering through intensive rehab to sprinting across an NBA court in front of a packed crowd, his performance embodied grit, grace, and undeniable star power.
What truly elevated the moment was NBA India’s official spotlight on Arvind. Among dozens of celebrities, he was one of the very few to receive a dedicated, sponsored highlight reel—shared across NBA India’s, NBA Style’s, and Budweiser India’s official platforms. In a striking caption, NBA India called the moment “A Masterpiece”—a poetic nod not only to Arvind’s commanding presence on the court, but also to his upcoming superhero film A Masterpiece, which has already begun to generate considerable buzz.
From a young boy inspired by the NBA to a rising star being platformed by the league itself, Arvind Krishna’s story is one of vision, transformation, and a new-age crossover between cinema and sport. Whether it’s donning the superhero mantle on screen or competing in a high-stakes game alongside legends like Derek Fisher and Gary Payton, Arvind is emerging as a rare talent who seamlessly bridges multiple worlds.
This wasn’t just a celebrity appearance. This was a moment of arrival.
