Pawan Singh's wedding performance for Akash Deep goes viral

Indian cricketer Akash Deep has entered a new chapter in his personal life after tying the knot with Akshita Raj in a traditional wedding ceremony held at the Taj Ganges in Varanasi. The celebration was attended by family members, close friends, and several notable personalities, making it a memorable occasion for the couple.

Among the special guests was Bhojpuri superstar Pawan Singh, who arrived to bless the newlyweds and added star power to the festivities. Photos and videos from the wedding have been circulating widely on social media, with several clips showing the singer posing with Akash Deep and Akshita Raj while extending his heartfelt wishes to the couple.

Adding to the celebrations, Pawan Singh also delivered a surprise musical performance that quickly grabbed attention online. A video from the event has since gone viral across social media platforms, capturing the high-energy atmosphere as the Bhojpuri icon turned Akash Deep’s wedding celebration into a lively musical affair.

Watch the viral video here:

Pawan Singh performs at Team India pacer Akash Deep's wedding celebrations

Team India pacer Akash Deep’s wedding celebrations turned even more special with a musical appearance from Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh. Known for his hit songs and energetic stage presence, Pawan Singh added a festive touch to the occasion by performing one of his popular Bhojpuri tracks for the guests.

The wedding celebrations were spread over several days and followed traditional customs. The festivities began with a grand Tilak ceremony on June 21 at Akash Deep’s ancestral village, Baddi, in Bihar’s Rohtas district. This was followed by Mehendi and Haldi functions before Akash Deep and Akshita Raj tied the knot in Varanasi.

Several videos and photos from the celebrations have gone viral on social media, with fans enjoying the unexpected crossover between cricket and Bhojpuri entertainment. One of the standout moments from the wedding was Akash Deep dancing to Bhojpuri songs during his baraat, clearly enjoying every bit of his big day.

Pawan Singh was among the notable guests at the wedding and played a big role in lifting the atmosphere of the celebrations. Ahead of the wedding, Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary also visited Akash Deep’s residence to congratulate the Indian cricketer and extend his best wishes to the newlywed couple.

Who is Indian cricketer Akash Deep — and who is Akshita Raj, the Woman he just married?

Indian cricketer Akash Deep has come a long way from his humble beginnings in Sasaram, located in Bihar’s Rohtas district, to representing the country at the highest level. The right-arm pacer has often spoken about his journey from a farmer’s family to wearing the Indian jersey, making his rise one of the more inspiring stories in Indian cricket.

In recent years, Akash Deep has emerged as one of the country’s most promising fast bowlers. He first made a mark in domestic cricket with his pace, discipline and ability to move the new ball. Those performances earned him national attention, and he eventually broke into the Indian team, where his aggressive style and disciplined bowling quickly caught the eye.

Akash Deep’s wife, Akshita Raj, hails from Manikpur in Bihar’s Dehri region and comes from an academically strong background. She is the daughter of Amit Kumar Singh and has completed both her Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) and Master of Computer Applications (MCA) from Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra.

The couple tied the knot in a traditional wedding ceremony in Varanasi, with the celebrations beginning on June 22 through a series of pre-wedding functions in Rohtas. The wedding was designed around a Banarasi theme and featured symbolic elements linked to Lord Shiva, including the Damru, Nandi and Mahadev motifs. Several well-known personalities attended the ceremony, although many Indian cricketers were unable to be present due to the team’s ongoing tour of England.

Fans and cricket fraternity react to the moment

The viral wedding videos quickly caught the attention of fans on social media, with many enjoying the lively crossover between cricket and Bhojpuri entertainment. Several users congratulated Akash Deep and Akshita Raj, while others praised the joyful atmosphere of the celebrations and the fast bowler’s energetic dance during the baraat.

Members of the cricket fraternity also reacted warmly to the special occasion, sending their best wishes to the newly married couple. While many of Akash Deep’s India teammates could not attend due to the ongoing tour of England, the wedding still drew attention across the cricketing world because of the pacer’s growing popularity and inspiring journey. Here is how the players reacted:

Pawan Singh’s presence added even more buzz to the event, making the celebrations a talking point among both cricket and Bhojpuri fans. His performance and the videos from the wedding helped the event gain wider attention online, turning Akash Deep’s big day into one of the most talked-about off-field cricket moments on social media.