Monarch Cruise has announced the launch
of a cruise experience that will bring together the cream of Bollywood and
Cricket. The cruise will allow passengers to get up close and personal with
their favorite cricket icons, Bollywood stars, world-class DJs and celebrated
chefs.
An event management agency has not yet
been appointed for this cruise featuring gala events, celebrity DJs,
masterchefs, comedy shows, multi-cuisine meals, shore excursions at various
destinations; Bollywood themed shows; international song and dance shows; and
cooking and mixology shows.
Monarch
today announced some more big names for its line up on the Bollywood and
Cricket Edition. Legendary cricketers Graeme Smith, Jacques Kallis, Brendon
McCullum, Kumar Sangakkara, Michael Bevan, Mark Boucher, Shane Lee, Dean Jones,
Damien Martyn and Jeff Thomson have been added to the celebrity line up that
already includes Sachin Tendulkar, Brett Lee and Shane Warne.
Aside
from these illustrious cricketing personalities, there will also be Bollywood
vocalists Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Neha Kakkar, Neha Dhupia and leading DJs
NYK, Khushi, Badshah and Gouri Sharma. Stand-up comedians Vir Das and Papa CJ
will entertain those on board while celebrity chefs Sanjeev Kapoor and Vineet
Bhatia will serve up mouth-watering cuisines from all over the world.
On the conceptualisation of the event,
Somesh Jagga, CEO, Monarch Cruise said, “The company prides itself on creating
unique experiences. With this cruise we hope to achieve something
extraordinary. Nothing else in India is bigger than either cricket or
Bollywood. So what could possibly get bigger than this? We are thankful to all
the sportspersons and celebrities who have chosen to partner with us.”
The
glamorous cruise offers seven different itineraries with four 7-day legs, two
13-day legs, and one 26-day experience for the cruise enthusiasts. Departing
from Singapore March 5th, 2017, the ship will course through Kuala Lumpur,
Phuket, Penang, Colombo and Cochin before reaching Mumbai and retracing the
route back to Singapore. As per the initial reports, ticket sales have been
very strong, with selected cabin types already selling out.
Indian
cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar also commented, “The Indian subcontinent is
passionate about Cricket and Bollywood and this cruise promises to be a
thrilling experience with some of the best from these fields on board. I am
sure that patrons will enjoy the experience of cruising with fellow cricketers
along with famous Bollywood stars, musicians and brilliant chefs.”
Brett Lee added, “The Monarch Indian
Cricket and Bollywood Cruise promises to be the ultimate tour for Indian
cricket and movie buffs. I am looking forward to being a part of it as we
cruise on the journey of a life time. ”
Elaborating
on the concept of Monarch Cruise, Somesh Jagga said, “Throughout this cruise,
we will bring to Indian travellers the ultimate luxury cruising lifestyle in a
way that is truly unique. The Monarch Experience positions travellers up close
and personal with their most beloved Bollywood stars and Cricketing legends,
like they have never experienced before. We already have some amazing
personalities on board and will announce more names soon.”
With
red carpet gala events, world class shore entertainment, spectacular
destinations, deliciously prepared gourmet meals and a luxurious cruising
lifestyle, Monarch will bring to Indian globetrotters an experience not to be
missed in March 2017. Exceptional care will be taken to ensure that the 2000
strong passengers will have the best of food, music and entertainment as they
sail the seas.
Bookings
for the cruise are now open; cabins start at a cost of INR 79,990 per person,
and can be purchased at www.monarchcruise.com or
from all leading travel agents.
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