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Ram Charan shares details of conversation with PM Narendra Modi: ‘He asked me what Peddi was about’

Ram Charan shares details of conversation with PM Narendra Modi: ‘He asked me what Peddi was about’

Actor Ram Charan’s meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi last year had sparked curiosity among fans, and the actor has now shared details about their interaction. Ram has revealed that their conversation was centred around cinema and the changing face of India. Ram Charan, along with his wife Upasana Kamineni Konidela, met PM Modi in New Delhi last year. The actor shared that PM Modi was curious about his upcoming sports drama Peddi and even quizzed him about the film during their interaction. Ram on meeting PM Modi On Thursday, Ram and Janhvi Kapoor were in Delhi to promote their upcoming film Peddi at a special event, where Ram looked back at his meeting with PM Modi. During the event, Ram recalled the conversation he had with PM Modi about his film Peddi. “The last time I met our Honourable Prime Minister Modi ji in Delhi, he asked me what Peddi was about. I told him it’s about an evolved India and empowering our villages. Modi ji then shared a story from West …

‘India Will Determine Its Rise’: Jaishankar Pushes Back Against US Official’s Remarks | World News

‘India Will Determine Its Rise’: Jaishankar Pushes Back Against US Official’s Remarks | World News

Last Updated:March 07, 2026, 14:38 IST The Indian govt has maintained that its energy procurement decisions are driven only by market conditions and global developments, with the aim of safeguarding energy security. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar speaks at Raisina Dialogue 2026. (ANI) Days after a senior US official said Washington would not allow India to emerge as an economic rival like China, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Saturday said India’s rise on the global stage would be shaped primarily by its own capabilities rather than by the errors of other countries. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue, Jaishankar said, “The rise of India will be determined by India… It will be determined by our strength, not by the mistakes of others.” His remarks came amid wider discussions on global economic competition and strategic partnerships, including comments by Christopher Landau, who recently said Washington would avoid repeating its past economic approach toward China. “We’re not going to make the same mistakes with India that we made with China 20 years ago in terms of saying, …

“Grew Up Watching Aishwarya Rai Bachchan” – Alia Bhatt

“Grew Up Watching Aishwarya Rai Bachchan” – Alia Bhatt

Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt made her red carpet debut at the Cannes Film Festival this year. She walked the red carpet in a gorgeous, sculpted ivory gown. The actress also made history by wearing Gucci’s first-ever saree. Present at the prestigious festival was also Cannes veteran, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. In an interview from Cannes, Alia spoke about her admiration for Bachchan and said that she grew up watching the actress grace Cannes. Alia said, “Around this time, everyone is on their phone, looking at the red carpet looks, looking at the beauty looks. I, for one, have actually grown up watching Aishwarya Rai Bachchan walk the carpet in all her glory and really represent India on global stage. And it is always such a huge inspiration. So, it really feels very nice. Like a pinch-me moment to be here. And it’s actually really lovely energy, the city is buzzing, there’s so much happy positive vibes around, we are all here to actually celebrate cinema, but you are also here to celebrate the coming together of …

Sushmita Sen Gets Emotional On Completing 31 Years Since Winning Miss Universe

Sushmita Sen Gets Emotional On Completing 31 Years Since Winning Miss Universe

On May 21, Sushmita Sen celebrated a monumental milestone, 31 years since she became the first Indian woman to win the coveted Miss Universe title. Taking to Instagram, the actress shared a nostalgic post, reflecting on the life-changing moment from 1994 when an 18-year-old girl from India made history on a global stage. Sushmita posted a series of throwback photos capturing her Miss Universe journey, from sharing the stage with contestants to that iconic crowning moment in Manila, where disbelief and joy lit up her face. Captioning the post, she wrote, “21st May 1994 #Manila. A historical win that introduced an 18yr old Indian girl to the Universe!!! Opening up a world of possibilities, highlighting the strength of hope, the power of inclusion, the generosity of love…To travel the world & to have the privilege of meeting some of the most inspiring people…life defining for sure!!!” The actress went on to thank her parents for their constant support, writing, “Thank you God, Maa Shubra & Baba Subir. Happy 31st Anniversary of India’s first ever victory …