India, Sept. 28 -- Growing up in the quiet neighbourhood of Sahitya Sahawas in Bandra East to starting a career in cricket at the bustling Shivaji Park in Dadar, Sachin Tendulkar became Mumbai's favourite son.

One of the most famous names in world cricket, he is also a global icon, who has the privilege now of choosing to live anywhere in the world. His heart, however, beats only in Mumbai.

Before attaining unparalleled stardom, Tendulkar did everything a typical Mumbaikar usually does - sip on chai at Irani cafes, scan through street food options at roadside stalls, relish the rains and head out for long drives.

In this freewheeling chat, the batting great took out time to talk about the city which he still calls home.

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