Mohali - 30th March, 2011: As groggy-eyed passengers alighted at the Chandigarh Railway station from the World Cup special train from Delhi, the word cricket was enough to catch their attention and awaken the enthusiasm to root for India.
The semi-final clash between India and Pakistan, considered the final before the final has people from all parts of the country and abroad making a beeline for the city. Keeping in view the rush, the Railways, in an unprecedented manner, arranged for a special train that brought the passengers to the station a little before 4.30 am. The train would return at 12.30 am.
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Stars Talk Ajay Devgn: I'm in Goa shooting for Singham. We have decided to finish our shoot by lunch so we can all see the match. We plan to sit in a private area in the hotel and the whole cast and crew will cheer for India together.
Imran Khan: I'm going to be shooting in Madh Island; we are all hoping that our director understands our excitement and puts a TV on the sets!
Deepika Padukone: I'm in London shooting. As we are behind India in time, I will get ready early and catch the match before my afternoon shoot. I wish I was in Mohali!
Sharman Joshi: I'll be watching the match with all my college friends and our families. We have booked a suite in a hotel, we'll meet at 2, have snacks, high tea, drinks and dinner. We're going to spend the entire day together.
Simran Kaur Mundi: I've ordered lots of cola and popcorn. All my friends are coming over for the match.
Chitrangda Singh: I'll call all my friends over and cheer for India till my voice goes hoarse!
Preity Zinta: I will be where the action is and I have 100 per cent faith that India will lift the World Cup this time. So, go India. Win it for us.
Mika Singh : I'm in Mohali. Our players are in great form and we will repeat the 1983 magic. I'm especially excited as it's being held in my hometown Chandigarh.
Shilpa Shetty: I'm in Dubai because of a prior commitment, but I'll watch the match at my home here with a couple of friends. It doesn't get bigger than this!
Neil Nitin Mukesh: I'm having a house party with family and close friends and popcorn. I have bought whistles that I'm distributing to people. Wish team India all the best.
Bose Krishnamachari: My friends and I have rescheduled our plans to be in Mumbai together for this match.
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