Rapper Badshah is set to make history as the first Indian rapper to participate in the upcoming NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. The event will take place in California, with the announcement made through the NBA’s official Instagram account.
He will join Team Anthony Anderson, which is coached by the actor himself. Badshah’s teammates will include notable figures like Simu Liu, Cody Jones, and Olympic sprinter Andre De Grasse, among others. The coaching staff also features Lethal Shooter and Chris Brickley.
On the opposing team, players will include personalities such as Keegan-Michael Key, Jeremy Lin, and GloRilla, with NBA stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Mookie Betts as their coaches. This event promises an exciting match-up between two dynamic teams.
The NBA has shared promotional content for the game, emphasizing Badshah’s involvement and excitement around the event.
The All-Star Celebrity Game is scheduled for Friday, February 13, at 7 PM ET, which translates to Saturday, February 14, at 5:30 AM IST. Fans can catch the live broadcast on ESPN. Additionally, it will be available on Prime Video and NBA League Pass via the official NBA app.
Badshah’s engagement with the NBA follows his previous attendance at the NBA Abu Dhabi Games in October alongside other celebrities, including Ranveer Singh and actor Adrien Brody. Notably, Ranveer Singh has been involved with the NBA as a brand ambassador for NBA India since 2021 and has participated in the All-Star Celebrity Games in recent years.
Beyond the NBA event, Badshah has plans to perform at London’s The O2 on March 22, 2026. He expressed his enthusiasm for this performance, indicating that headlining such a venue represents a significant accomplishment and a longstanding dream. He aims to showcase Desi hip-hop on an international platform, promising an unforgettable night for fans in London.