India, July 23 -- Actor Rashmika Mandanna and singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan will headline India's cultural presentation at the Commonwealth Games (CWG) closing ceremony in Glasgow on August 2, 2026. This performance marks the official handover of the Commonwealth Games flag to India, which will host the centenary 2030 edition of the Games in Ahmedabad.

Hosted at the OVO Hydro, the closing ceremony will feature a 20-minute presentation showcasing India's cultural heritage through music and traditional performances as a curtain-raiser for the 2030 Games.

The Olympics official page has confirmed the participation of Shankar Mahadevan and Rashmika Mandanna for the August 2 ceremony. Shankar Mahadevan is a celebrated Indian playback sing...