- The Paris 2024 Olympics will start with a special Opening Ceremony on the River Seine on Friday, July 26. This event will feature athletes from around the world, including India. For the first time, the ceremony will take place outside a stadium, with a grand parade along a 6km stretch of the Seine. The parade will begin at Austerlitz Bridge and end at Trocadero, near the Eiffel Tower. There will be performances and a celebration to mark the opening of the games.
- Leading the Indian team in the Parade of Nations are PV Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medalist, and Sharath Kamal, a table tennis star in his fifth Olympics. They are the first from their sports to carry India’s flag at an Olympic Opening Ceremony. In total, 112 Indian athletes will compete in various events, with five alternates also ready to participate. The Indian team will wear traditional outfits during the ceremony, with men in kurta bundi sets and women in , showcasing the colors of India’s flag. The attire, inspired by ikat prints and Banarasi brocade, is designed by Tarun Tahiliani.
Where will the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony take place?
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The Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics will be held along the River Seine. The parade begins at Austerlitz Bridge and moves west, winding around two islands and passing under several bridges. The route includes views of famous Olympic sites like La Concorde Urban Park, Invalides, and the Grand Palais. The parade ends at Iena Bridge, near the Eiffel Tower and Trocadero, where the final part of the ceremony will take place with French President Emmanuel Macron giving the opening speech.
Who will represent India at the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony?
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At the Opening Ceremony, India will be represented by PV Sindhu, a celebrated badminton player, and Sharath Kamal, an experienced table tennis player. They will lead the Indian team as flag bearers, bringing their Olympic experience to the role.
How many athletes will be part of the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony?
- Over 10,000 athletes from 206 countries will take part in the Opening Ceremony, which will feature a tour of Parisian landmarks such as Notre Dame Cathedral and Pont Neuf. The ceremony will be officially opened by French President Emmanuel Macron, and the Olympic flame will be lit. Greece will be the first nation introduced, followed by the Refugee Olympic Team. Team GB will have diver Tom Daley and rower Helen Glover as their flag bearers. With 326,000 tickets sold, the ceremony is set to be a major event. Thomas Jolly, the artistic director, aims to showcase France’s diverse culture and history.
Who will perform at the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony?
- The Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony will feature a range of performers, including entertainers on boats during the parade. There are rumors that Canadian singer Celine Dion might perform, as she is in Paris and French Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra suggested her visit could be linked to the event. Another artist linked to the ceremony is French-Malian singer Aya Nakamura, who was rumored to perform a song by Edith Piaf. However, this caused some controversy. Thomas Jolly, a well-known stage director, is in charge of creating the artistic vision for the ceremony, aiming to showcase France’s diverse culture and history.
What time does the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony start in India?
- The Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympics will begin at 11:00 PM IST (Indian Standard Time) in India.
Where can we watch the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony live on TV in India?
- In India, viewers can watch the live broadcast of the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony on Sports18 1 SD and Sports18 1 HD TV channels.
Where can we stream the Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony live in India?
- The Opening Ceremony will be available for free live streaming on Jio Cinema.