World Cup theme song keeps everyone on their feet

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Bengaluru, September 8: With just 28 days to go for the start of the FIFA Under-17 World Cup, the excitement is building up.

As the countdown nears, there is a buzz all around and everyone is dancing to the tune of the official theme song of the tournament.

The song titled -- Kar Ke Dikhla De Goal -- which was formally launched in Kolkata recently by the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and Sony Pictures Networks India (SPN) is proving to be a big hit.

Written by Amitabh Bhattacharya and composed by Pritam, the song features a host of well-known music artists that include Sunidhi Chauhan, Neeti Mohan, Babul Supriyo, Shaan, Papon, Mika along with a rap performance by Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan.

The composition showcases the vibrancy and uniqueness of India while resonating with a global audience simultaneously.

The music video for the song celebrates diversity, showcases how the nation is waiting in anticipation for the World Cup and features stars like Bhaichung Bhutia, Ngangom Bala Devi, Shaan, Papon and the legend Sachin Tendulkar amongst others.

Commenting about the song and the tournament, All India Football Federation President Praful Patel, who is also the LOC Chairman, said, "We are doing everything in our capacity to make this the biggest sporting event in India and I'm sure the official song will help increase and broaden the appeal of the first ever FIFA tournament in India."

The tournament to be held across six venues in the country will be held from October 6 to 28.