Men's Hockey World Cup 2023 got underway in Odisha on Wednesday with a grand opening ceremony at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack with performances from top stars like Ranveer Singh and Disha Patani, singers like Neeti Mohan and even K-Pop band BlackSwan. The evening began with a transcendental dance performance led by Odissi dancing legend, Guru Aruna Mohanty's troop, cheered on loudly by the local crowds. Culturally auspicious, the dance reflected the innate spirit of Odisha and paid tribute to its rich heritage.