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‘Priya mitra Narendra…’: French President Emmanuel Macron’s Hindi farewell message for PM Modi | Watch

‘Priya mitra Narendra…’: French President Emmanuel Macron’s Hindi farewell message for PM Modi | Watch

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday delivered a surprise farewell message in Hindi to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the Indian leader wrapped up the final day of his multi-city visit to France. The warm exchange came at the end of Modi’s visit to Paris, the last stop of a France tour that began in Nice before moving to Evian for the G7 summit and the French capital. Emmanuel Macron speaks Hindi to thank PM Modi at end of France visit. (PMO) Macron said in Hindi, “Priya mitra Narendra, mujhe bohot khushi hui aapk Nice, Evian aur Paris mein swagat karke. France aur Bharat ki dosti amar rahe.” (“Dear friend Narendra, I was very happy to welcome you to Nice, Evian and Paris. Long live the friendship between France and India”). The French President then switched to English and added, “I hope it was correct. My dear Narendra Modi, I wanted to thank you so much for your friendship. France loves you. I am so happy you are with so many friends in Paris before …

Emmanuel Macron names Anil Kapoor as his favourite Bollywood star during India visit; here’s why

Emmanuel Macron names Anil Kapoor as his favourite Bollywood star during India visit; here’s why

During his India visit alongside First Lady Brigitte Macron, French President Emmanuel Macron made headlines not just for his diplomatic engagements but also for his warm interaction with Bollywood celebrities. Now, adding a filmy twist to the buzz, Macron has revealed the Indian actor he admires the most. French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron met several Bollywood stars including Manoj Bajpayee, Anil Kapoor, Zoya Akhtar, during his India visit. Emmanuel Macron reveals his favourite Bollywood star During an interaction with Brut India, Emmanuel Macron was asked to name his favourite Bollywood actor, and he did not hesitate to reveal his pick. During a rapid-fire segment, Macron was asked to name his favourite Bollywood actor. To which, he replied, “I mean, yesterday I mentioned Jai Ho, so I would say Anil Kapoor.” Earlier this week, President Macron posted several pictures from his meeting with the Bollywood stars on his Instagram handle, writing, “Aux côtés de légendes du cinéma indien. La culture nous rassemble,” which translates to “Alongside legends of Indian cinema. Culture unites …

Raj Shamani Tells French President Emmanuel Macron His Podcast Will Be ‘No 1 In 18 Months’ | VIDEO | Viral News

Raj Shamani Tells French President Emmanuel Macron His Podcast Will Be ‘No 1 In 18 Months’ | VIDEO | Viral News

Last Updated:February 21, 2026, 08:00 IST The spotlight is firmly on Shamani’s podcast, Figuring Out with Raj Shamani, which has climbed to the No. 1 position on Spotify in India as of early 2026. Macron was in India for the AI Summit. (Photo Credit: X/@choudhary_99415) At just 28, Raj Shamani added another milestone to his growing resume — a one-on-one conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron. A clip from their interaction has gone viral, not just for the diplomatic exchange, but for Shamani’s bold revelation about his podcast’s global ambitions. During the discussion, Shamani shared that his show currently ranks 25th globally and expressed confidence that it could claim the No. 1 spot within the next 18 months. The moment quickly caught attention online, with many hailing it as a significant achievement for an Indian digital creator engaging directly with a world leader. >Be Raj Shamani at the age of 28 dominating youtube India Did podcast with so many powerful people Currently he is 25th ranked podcaster in the world aiming for the number 1 …

French President Emmanuel Macron calls Anil Kapoor his favourite Bollywood star

French President Emmanuel Macron calls Anil Kapoor his favourite Bollywood star

Honourable French President Emmanuel Macron’s recent India visit featured several diplomatic highlights, but it was his interaction with cinema icon Anil Kapoor that truly grabbed attention. During a rapid-fire chat with Brut India, the French President was asked about his favourite Bollywood actor. With a smile, Emmanuel Macron replied, “I mean, yesterday I mentioned Jai Ho, so I would say Anil Kapoor.” In that moment, politics briefly gave way to pop culture – and the internet found its headline. When Anil Kapoor met French President Set against the iconic backdrop of the Gateway of India, the French President engaged with prominent voices from India’s arts and entertainment fraternity. At the forefront of this cultural exchange stood Anil Kapoor, representing the global resonance of Indian cinema with effortless gravitas. Sharing a photograph from the meeting, Anil Kapoor wrote, “Spent an inspiring afternoon with President Emmanuel Macron and his gracious better half, Brigitte, exchanging thoughts on cinema, culture, and the powerful bridge between India and France.” The image was more than ceremonial; it reflected Anil Kapoor’s enduring …

Emmanuel Macron uses Dhurandhar title track in goodbye video after India visit for AI Summit, internet says ‘nailed it’

Emmanuel Macron uses Dhurandhar title track in goodbye video after India visit for AI Summit, internet says ‘nailed it’

French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron recently wrapped up their diplomatic tour of India, and it is his filmy goodbye video that is grabbing attention online. Emmanuel Macron has shared a tribute video recapping his memorable moments in the country with the beats of Ranveer Singh’s viral Dhurandhar track as the background score. Emmanuel Macron used Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar film’s Dhurandhar title track in the tribute video. Emmanuel Macron uses Dhurandhar track On Friday, Emmanuel Macron took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share the tribute video in which he looked back at the special moments spent in the country from his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a breezy jog on Mumbai’s streets to indulging in Indian cuisine. He shared the video with the caption, “Thank you India! (Indian flag emoji and France flag emoji).” However, what truly grabbed the internet’s attention was the track playing in the background. It was the title track of Aditya Dhar‘s film Dhurandhar, Jogi. The track by MC Punjabi was originally …

‘Thank You, India!’: French President Emmanuel Macron Concludes His Visit | India News

‘Thank You, India!’: French President Emmanuel Macron Concludes His Visit | India News

Last Updated:February 20, 2026, 07:31 IST During the visit, Macron met PM Modi and engaged with top global tech leaders, underlining the growing tech and strategic ties between Paris and New Delhi. PM Modi with French President Emmanuel Macron. (Image: PMO) French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday shared a “Thank You” note to India as he concluded his three-day visit during which he also attended the AI Summit in India. In a post on X, Macron shared a video of his best moment in India with a “Thank You India!” note, appreciating the warm welcome he received during the visit. During the visit, Macron met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and engaged with top global tech leaders, underlining the growing tech and strategic ties between Paris and New Delhi. Macron Praises India’s Digital Leap Addressing the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Thursday, Macron opened with a greeting — Namaste — drawing a lot of applause. “Namaste. Thank you very much for welcoming us to this magnificent city, in this magnificent country. It’s great to be …

‘When Team Up, We Deliver’: In Podcast With Raj Shamani, Emmanuel Macron Highlights France-India Ties | India News

‘When Team Up, We Deliver’: In Podcast With Raj Shamani, Emmanuel Macron Highlights France-India Ties | India News

Last Updated:February 20, 2026, 06:16 IST During th epodcast, Emmanuel Macron highlighted the deepening ties between India and France and said “when the two nations team up, they deliver”. Raj Shamani has released a new episode of his podcast featuring French President Emmanuel Macron. (Image: YouTube/RajShamani) Podcaster Raj Shamani has released a new episode of his podcast featuring French President Emmanuel Macron, as he was on his three-day visit to India to participate in the AI Impact Summit. During the collaboration that no one expected, Macron can be seen discussing various global topics, ranging from France-India relations, technology, a multipolar world, and US President Donald Trump with Shamani. The podcast was made live as Macron concluded his fourth visit to India. The French leader met Shamani when he was in Mumbai, as the podcaster can be heard welcoming him to the city. During the podcast, Shamani posed a very important question on the ties the two world powers share: Whether India and France are setting an example. To this, Macron highlighted the deepening ties between …

Ricky Kej accompanies French President Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron on plane: ‘Want to do a collab with him’

Ricky Kej accompanies French President Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron on plane: ‘Want to do a collab with him’

Grammy Award-winning musician Ricky Kej made the most of the India visit by French President Emmanuel Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron. The musician accompanied his “friends” on their plane from France. Ricky Kej with French President Emmanuel Macron on the Presidential plane and with First Lady Brigitte Macron and others at the Humayun’s Tomb in Delhi on Thursday After Mumbai, he accompanied them to Delhi, where he visited the majestic Humayun’s Tomb with Brigitte Macron as the President attended the AI Summit on Thursday. On the Presidential plane He tells HT City, “I was invited for this three-day delegation, and as I was in France, I joined him on his Presidential plane. I have known the President since 2022 when he had hosted an event in honor of Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Paris. I got the opportunity to sit down with President Macron and Prime Minister Modi during that dinner. And since then, we have kept in touch as I’ve performed in France multiple times and also collaborated with artistes.” Kej says that …

Emmanuel Macron Extends Invite To PM Modi To Attend 52nd G7 Summit In France | India News

Emmanuel Macron Extends Invite To PM Modi To Attend 52nd G7 Summit In France | India News

Last Updated:February 18, 2026, 06:21 IST Macron called for an ad hoc meeting between India and France to reach an agreement on the international agenda ahead of the G7 Summit in Evian. French President Emmanuel Macron invites PM Modi to attend 52nd G7 Summit in France. (Image: X/@narendramodi) French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the 52nd G7 Summit, which will be presided over by France in 2026. Macron, who is currently on a three-day visit to India, called for an ad hoc meeting between India and France to reach an agreement on the international agenda ahead of the G7 Summit in Evian. “This year, 2026, is a year of acceleration for our partnership, of translating much of this agenda into action. It is also the year in which the Prime Minister, you, will chair the BRICS group, and France will chair the G7 group. In this spirit, I have invited Prime Minister Modi as a very special guest to the G7 Summit in Evian,” the French President said. “It …

Anil Kapoor, Shabana Azmi and others meet French President Emmanuel Macron

Anil Kapoor, Shabana Azmi and others meet French President Emmanuel Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai on Tuesday for a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Lok Bhavan. During his visit, Macron also interacted with members of the Indian film industry to discuss arts, culture, and potential collaborations between the two countries. President Macron meets Bollywood celebrities On Tuesday afternoon, President Macron and First Lady Brigitte Macron met Bollywood personalities including Anil Kapoor, Manoj Bajpayee, Zoya Akhtar, Richa Chadha, and Shabana Azmi. The meeting took place at the Taj Hotel in Colaba, where the French President was staying during his Mumbai visit. French President Emmanuel Macron meets personalities from the arts and culture world, including Bollywood personalities Shabana Azmi, Anil Kapoor, Manoj Bajpayee, Zoya Akhtar, Richa Chadha and Grammy-winning music composer Ricky Kej, during his ongoing visit to Mumbai Photos… pic.twitter.com/hH7kwTh5Pv — ANI (@ANI) February 17, 2026 French President`s Mumbai visit In a post on X, PM Modi also stated that the French President shared his experience in India`s financial capital, noting that Macron liked the city and enjoyed his morning …