Indian cricketer Shubman Gill is set to voice Pavitr Prabhakar, also known as Indian Spider-Man, in the Hindi and Punjabi versions of the upcoming animated sequel Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. The inclusion of an Indian version of Spider-Man in the movie highlights the increasing recognition of Indian culture and the country’s growing influence on the global stage.
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Indian cricket star Shubman Gill is set to make his debut as a voice actor in the upcoming animated sequel, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Gill will be playing the role of Pavitr Prabhakar, also known as Indian Spider-Man, in the Hindi and Punjabi versions of the film. This is a significant development for the Indian entertainment industry, as it highlights the growing influence of Indian culture on the global stage.
Indian representation in global entertainment
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is the continuation of the 2018 animated film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, which was a huge success both critically and commercially. The upcoming sequel is expected to feature a multi-dimensional storyline that will see different versions of Spider-Man come together to fight a common enemy. Scheduled for release in June, the movie is helmed by a trio of talented directors: Joaquim Dos Santos, Kemp Powers, and Justin K. Thompson.
Pavitr Prabhakar, the Indian version of Spider-Man, was first introduced in the Spider-Man: India comic book series. The character is based on Peter Parker, but has his own unique backstory and powers. Pavitr Prabhakar is a college student who gains his powers after being bitten by a radioactive spider. The character has gained a significant fan following in India and is seen as a symbol of representation for the country.
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Shubman Gill, who is known for his exceptional batting skills, is excited about his new challenge as a voice actor. In a statement, Gill said, “I am extremely excited to be a part of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse as the voice of Pavitr Prabhakar. I grew up watching this character, and it feels surreal to be playing him now. I am looking forward to this new challenge and hope that audiences will love the Hindi and Punjabi versions of the movie.”
Gill is not the only Indian celebrity to lend his voice to the movie. Priyanka Chopra and Anil Kapoor will also be voicing characters in the English version of the movie. This highlights the increasing trend of Indian actors gaining recognition on the global stage.
Shubman Gill’s debut as voice actor in Spider-Man
With Gill voicing the character of Pavitr Prabhakar in the Hindi and Punjabi versions of the movie, fans are eagerly waiting to see how the character will be portrayed. The Indian Spider-Man has a significant fan following in the country, and many see him as a representation of Indian culture.
The inclusion of an Indian version of Spider-Man in the movie is a significant development for the Indian entertainment industry. It highlights the increasing recognition of Indian culture and the country’s growing influence on the global stage. It also shows that Indian celebrities are gaining recognition for their talent and contribution to the arts.
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Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is set to be a visual treat for audiences, with stunning animation and a multi-dimensional storyline. The movie is expected to be a hit with Spider-Man fans, who are eagerly waiting to see how different versions of the character will come together to fight a common enemy.
Shubman Gill’s debut as a voice actor in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is a significant development for the Indian entertainment industry. With the inclusion of Pavitr Prabhakar, the Indian Spider-Man, in the movie, fans are eagerly waiting to see how the character will be portrayed. The increasing recognition of Indian culture on the global stage is a positive development, and it is heartening to see Indian celebrities being recognized for their talent and contribution to the arts. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is set to be a hit with audiences, and the inclusion of an Indian version of the character is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
