MUMBAI: Cricket and creativity collided at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport this week, as Mumbai Indians unveiled towering 12-foot statues of their star players-Rohit Sharma, Hardik Pandya, Surya Kumar Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah-crafted by Arthat Studio LLP. Installed at the arrival terminal (T2), these lifelike sculptures now welcome travellers to Mumbai with an unmistakable display of sporting pride.

The installation is part of the franchise’s ongoing #PlayLikeMumbai campaign and marks a striking fusion of public art and fandom. More than just decor, the project positions cricket icons as cultural landmarks-statues not of bronze, but of devotion.

Arthat Studio has gone beyond surface likeness, sculpting the soul of each athlete: Rohit’s calm authority, Hardik’s aggressive energy, SKY’s creative flourish, and Bumrah’s razor-sharp focus. The realism is uncanny; fans can almost hear the crack of the bat and the roar of the crowd.

“This initiative is a vibrant extension of Mumbai Indians’ ongoing #PlayLikeMumbai campaign, underscoring their commitment to inspiring new generations through the dedication and achievements of their iconic players,” the franchise shared.

For fans and visitors, these colossal forms deliver more than a photo op—they offer proximity to heroes who symbolise the spirit of Mumbai. The installation transforms the airport terminal into a canvas of celebration, reflecting the city's deep cricketing pulse.

 

 

 

 

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