Jaipur Wax Museum: Harmanpreet Kaur Becomes the First Woman Cricketer in the World to Receive a Wax Figure
The Jaipur Wax Museum has begun crafting a life-sized wax statue of Indian Women’s Cricket Team Captain Harmanpreet Kaur, marking a historic moment as she becomes the first woman cricketer globally to be honoured with a wax figure.
A team from the museum recently met Harmanpreet to take detailed body measurements and record photographs and videos essential for the sculpting process. According to the museum, she remained humble, cooperative, and attentive throughout the session.
Museum Curator and Founder Anoop Srivastava said Harmanpreet showed “immense enthusiasm” about the upcoming statue and expressed gratitude to the Jaipur Wax Museum for choosing her. She also conveyed her intention to attend the unveiling ceremony with her family and showed keen interest in understanding how wax figures are created. During her visit, she also praised the grandeur of the museum’s iconic Sheesh Mahal.
Srivastava added that the museum focuses on creating wax statues of “inspiring icons” rather than Bollywood celebrities. He said Harmanpreet Kaur’s achievements and personality will motivate young girls across the country. The museum already features wax figures of several celebrated sportspersons, including Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, M.S. Dhoni, Saina Nehwal, and Sandeep Singh.
The Jaipur Wax Museum, located inside a 300-year-old heritage structure, continues to be a unique attraction for both wax art enthusiasts and history lovers.