Bharat Uniyal, a 36-year-old financial professional and former reality show 'Indian Idol' contestant, will sing the Indian national anthem at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) before the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia. Born in Ludhiana and now living in Australia since 2011, Bharat has nurtured his passion for music alongside his corporate career. In this podcast, he reflects on his journey, the challenges of balancing music with a corporate career, and the path that led him to one of the biggest stages in the world of cricket.

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