RCB’s Maiden IPL Win Turns into the Perfect Birthday Gift for Director Prashanth Neel
In a moment that’s melting hearts online, a video of Sandalwood’s celebrated director Prashanth Neel bursting with joy as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their first-ever IPL title is going viral on social media. The electrifying final against Punjab Kings marked a historic night for the franchise—and an unforgettable birthday celebration for Neel.
The director, currently helming the pan-India action film Dragon with NTR Jr., watched the intense IPL 2025 finale on a big screen set up at Ramoji Film City, where the film is being shot. As RCB sealed the win, Neel’s emotional reaction—captured alongside his wife Likitha Reddy Neel and the Dragon cast and crew—showcased his deep passion for cricket.
Likitha posted the heartwarming video on Instagram with the caption: “Perfect birthday gift to one of the craziest cricket fans I know,” underlining Neel’s die-hard love for the game and his favorite team. The moment quickly gained traction among fans and cricket lovers alike, who hailed the director’s authentic celebration.

