P.S. Raman’s Book ‘Leo: The Untold Story of Chennai Super Kings’ Launched with MS Dhoni

Cricketer MS Dhoni and members of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) team made a surprise appearance at the book launch event of ‘Leo: The Untold Story of Chennai Super Kings’, written by P.S. Raman, a former vice-president of the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA). The event was attended by notable personalities from the cricket and entertainment industries.

MS Dhoni and CSK’s Surprise Entry

Thala’s Unannounced Visit Thrills Fans

A major highlight of the event was the unexpected presence of MS Dhoni and members of the CSK team, which added excitement to the occasion. Gitanjali described their presence as a “sweet surprise”, making the event even more memorable for fans and guests.

Acknowledgments by Gitanjali Selvaraghavan

In her gratitude post, Gitanjali thanked key contributors:

  • Kasi Viswanathan (CSK CEO) for his immense support.
  • Music director Anirudh Ravichander, cricketers Ashwin Ravichandran and Krishnamachari Srikkanth for their roles in organizing the event.
  • CD Gopinath and Suhail Chandhok for hosting the occasion seamlessly.
  • CSK Fans Official for sharing a video of the event on social media.

She also highlighted that the book had already become Amazon’s No.1 Bestselling Cricket Book, receiving widespread appreciation from cricket lovers and CSK fans.

About the Book: ‘Leo: The Untold Story of Chennai Super Kings’

A Deep Dive into CSK’s Legacy

The book explores the journey of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), detailing its triumphs, struggles, and the significant personalities behind its success.

Popularity and Availability

  • The book is available for purchase on Amazon.
  • It has quickly climbed to the bestseller list in the cricket books category.
  • CSK fans and cricket enthusiasts have embraced the book enthusiastically.

Gitanjali Selvaraghavan’s Film Career

A Notable Director in Tamil Cinema

Gitanjali Selvaraghavan, daughter of P.S. Raman, is an accomplished Tamil film director. She is best known for directing ‘Maalai Naerathu Mayakkam’ (2016), starring Balakrishna Kola and Wamiqa Gabbi. The film was produced under the Beeptone Studios banner, with cinematography by Sridhar, music by Amrit, and editing by Rukesh.

Summary of News

Category Details
Why in News? Cricketer MS Dhoni and CSK team members made a surprise visit to P.S. Raman’s book launch event.
Book Title ‘Leo: The Untold Story of Chennai Super Kings’
Author P.S. Raman (Former TNCA Vice-President)
Event Date Sunday
Announcement Date Wednesday (via Gitanjali Selvaraghavan’s Instagram post)
Notable Attendees MS Dhoni & CSK TeamKasi Viswanathan (CSK CEO)Music Director Anirudh RavichanderCricketers Ashwin Ravichandran & Krishnamachari SrikkanthCD Gopinath & Suhail Chandhok
Key Highlights – Book is #1 Bestseller on Amazon (Cricket Books category) – CSK fans celebrated the launch – Gitanjali expressed gratitude to event organizers and attendees
Where to Buy? Available on Amazon
Gitanjali’s Film ‘Maalai Naerathu Mayakkam’ (2016) starring Balakrishna Kola & Wamiqa Gabbi

The surprise presence of MS Dhoni and the CSK team made the book launch an unforgettable occasion, further cementing the bond between CSK and its fans.

Sumit Arora

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