Paris Olympics 2024: PM Narendra Modi, Anil Kapoor, Ajay Devgn, Mira Rajput, and more laud Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh for winning bronze medal

Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh secured India's second medal at the Paris Olympics and were showered with love and wishes from the PM as well as the film industry.

Updated on Jul 31, 2024  |  12:24 AM IST |  54.8K
Paris Olympics 2024: PM Modi & film stars laud Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh for bronze win
PM Modi & film stars laud Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh for bronze win (Pic Courtesy: @satyakig, Mira Rajput Instagram)

Intense competition is taking place in the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, with the athletes putting their best foot forward for their nations. Earlier, India opened its medal tally with shooter Manu Bhaker winning the bronze medal in women’s 10m Air Pistol. Now, she has created history by becoming the first Indian athlete to win two Olympic medals in a single edition post-independence. As she secured a bronze along with Sarabjot Singh in the mixed team event, PM Narendra Modi and various Indian celebrities extended their congratulations.

PM Narendra Modi and Bollywood stars congratulate 2024 Olympic medalists Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh

Today, July 30, 2024, Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh brought immense pride to India as they won a bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol mixed team event at the Olympics 2024. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X (Twitter) and stated, “Our shooters continue to make us proud! Congratulations to @realmanubhaker and Sarabjot Singh for winning the Bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event at the #Olympics. Both of them have shown great skills and teamwork. India is incredibly delighted. For Manu, this is her second consecutive Olympic medal, showcasing her consistent excellence and dedication. #Cheer4Bharat.”

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Anil Kapoor shared a post about the duo’s win on his Instagram Stories and said, “@bhakermanu @sarabjotsingh30 Another win for India!! Congratulations!!”

Bhumi Pednekar expressed her happiness by saying, “Chak De!” and using clap emojis. Mira Rajput also posted about the achievement on her Stories.

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Pic Courtesy: Anil Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar, Mira Rajput Instagram

Ajay Devgn shared a picture of the winning team and mentioned, “Manu Bhaker Sarabjot Singh. Taking the term 'eyes on the prize' to whole new level and we are loving it. Here's hoping we get to see many more medals to follow @bhakermanu @sarabjotsingh30.”

Preity Zinta conveyed her joy, stating, “Another Bronze medal for India. Congratulations @bhakermanu and @sarabjotsingh30! Keep shining and keep inspiring! #Olympics2024 #Paris2024 #Shooting #ManuBhaker #SarabjotSingh.”

Ayushmann Khurrana commended the winners, saying, “Congratulations to @bhakermanu and @sarabjotsingh30... you are creating history, one medal at a time! Exceptional teamwork, well deserved and truly inspiring. #ParisOlympics2024 #Cheer4Bharat #IndiaAtParis24.”

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Pic Courtesy: Ajay Devgn, Preity Zinta, Ayushmann Khurrana Instagram

Suniel Shetty penned an appreciation note, stating, “Absolutely thrilled! India shoots the second medal!!! @bhakermanu & @sarabjotsingh30, you guys have created history. The first medal in a team shooting event ever!”

He added, “And Manu, you're a legend! The first Indian athlete since independence to clinch two medals in the same Olympics! So proud! #GoForGlory #TeamIndia #ProudMoment.”

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Jackky Bhagnani mentioned, “Hats off to @bhakermanu & @sarabjotsingh30 for bringing home bronze in shooting at the @olympics! Your achievements are just the beginning. We are proud @weareteamindia!”

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Pic Courtesy: Farhan Akhtar, Suniel Shetty, Jackky Bhagnani Instagram

Jackky’s wife, Rakul Preet Singh, was all praise for Manu and Sarabjot. She said, “Huge applause to @bhakermanu and @sarabjotsingh30 for winning bronze in shooting at the @Olympics! This is just the beginning of many more wins! @weareteamindia.”

Vicky Kaushal’s brother Sunny Kaushal wished, “Congratulations @bhakermanu @sarabjotsingh30 On winning the bronze medal.”

Pic Courtesy: Rakul Preet Singh, Sunny Kaushal Instagram

Pinkvilla also congratulates our athletes for their historic achievement.

For the uninitiated, the opening ceremony of the Summer Olympics 2024 was held on July 26. Athletes from all around the world will compete in different sports till August 11.

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Credits: Narendra Modi X, Anil Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar, Mira Rajput, Ajay Devgn, Preity Zinta, Ayushmann Khurrana, Farhan Akhtar, Suniel Shetty, Jackky Bhagnani, Rakul Preet Singh, Sunny Kaushal Instagram
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