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Harmanpreet Kaur's Wax Statue: Jaipur Museum Creates Cricket History

The Jaipur Wax Museum has started crafting a wax statue of cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur. She will be the first woman cricketer in the world to receive this unique honor. Museum officials praised her cooperation during the measurement session for the life-sized figure. Once complete, her statue will stand alongside other Indian sports legends at the museum.

Key Points: Harmanpreet Kaur Wax Statue Work Begins at Jaipur Museum

  • Museum team took precise body measurements and photos for an accurate statue
  • Harmanpreet showed keen interest in the detailed wax figure creation process
  • The museum focuses on inspiring icons who positively influence society
  • The statue will join figures of Tendulkar, Kohli, and Dhoni in the collection
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Jaipur Wax Museum starts work on wax statue of cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur

Indian women's cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur is set to become the first woman cricketer globally to get a life-sized wax statue at Jaipur Wax Museum.

"Harmanpreet was extremely humble, patient, and cooperative - Museum Officials"

Jaipur, Dec 1

Marking a historic moment for women’s cricket, the Jaipur Wax Museum has initiated the creation of a life-sized wax statue of Indian Women’s Cricket Team Captain Harmanpreet Kaur.

Harmanpreet is set to become the first woman cricketer in the world to have her own wax figure, a distinction that underscores her extraordinary impact on the sport.

A dedicated team from the museum recently met Harmanpreet to take her exact body measurements and capture high-quality photographs and videos, which will serve as essential references for sculpting the statue.

The museum officials shared that Harmanpreet was “extremely humble, patient, and cooperative” during the detailed session, offering every assistance needed to ensure the wax figure achieves accuracy and realism.

Museum Curator and Founder Anoop Srivastava said Harmanpreet was visibly enthusiastic about the project and expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the Jaipur Wax Museum for selecting her for this honour. She also conveyed that she would attend the inauguration ceremony of her wax figure along with her family.

Srivastava added that Harmanpreet showed a keen interest in understanding the step-by-step process behind wax figure creation, asking insightful questions and appreciating the craftsmanship involved.

During her visit, she also admired the breathtaking Sheesh Mahal, one of the museum’s signature attractions. Srivastava further emphasised that the Jaipur Wax Museum follows a unique policy of showcasing figures of “inspiring icons who influence society positively,” rather than focusing primarily on Bollywood celebrities.

He stated that Harmanpreet Kaur’s journey — from a small-town girl to the captain of India’s women’s cricket team — is a source of immense inspiration for young girls and sports enthusiasts across the nation.

The Jaipur Wax Museum already houses wax figures of celebrated sports personalities such as Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, M.S. Dhoni, Saina Nehwal, and Sandeep Singh.

Harmanpreet’s addition will further strengthen the museum’s collection of icons who have transformed Indian sports on the global stage.

Situated within a 300-year-old heritage site, the Jaipur Wax Museum continues to be a one-of-a-kind cultural attraction, blending history, art, and national pride.

Harmanpreet Kaur’s upcoming wax statue is expected to draw significant attention and admiration from visitors once unveiled.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Finally, a wax museum recognizing a female sportsperson of this caliber. She deserves this honour a hundred times over. Her 171* in the 2017 World Cup semi-final is etched in our memories forever. A proud moment for Indian cricket.
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Anjali F
I appreciate the museum's policy of focusing on inspiring icons beyond Bollywood. Harmanpreet's story is exactly the kind of positive influence we need to highlight. My daughter looks up to her.
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David E
As a cricket fan from abroad, it's great to see women's cricket getting this level of recognition in India. Harmanpreet is a global star. The museum sounds like a fascinating place to visit.
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Siddharth J
A well-deserved honour. But I do hope this is just the start. There are so many other legendary women athletes - P.T. Usha, Mary Kom, P.V. Sindhu - who also deserve such permanent tributes. Let's not stop with one.
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Kavya N
So happy to read this! The description of her being humble and curious about the process is so like her. She's a champion on and off the field. Jaipur Wax Museum, take my money, I'm coming to see it!

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