Feb 9 • 15:10 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

Thousands Dance to MGR's Song in Malaysia, Impressing PM Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the vibrant celebration of Indian culture in Malaysia, highlighting a record-breaking dance performance at the 'Selamat Datang Modiji' event.

On Saturday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a grand celebration of Indian culture in Malaysia, particularly enjoying a record-breaking dance performance at the 'Selamat Datang Modiji' event, where over 12,000 members of the Indian community participated. Notably, Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim, also joined in the festivities, which featured a stunning display of talent with 800 dancers performing together to a song from the famous late actor MGR's film. Following the event, PM Modi expressed his admiration on the social media platform X, remarking on the exuberance of Indian culture showcased in Kuala Lumpur. He specifically highlighted the dance performance that set a record, congratulating all the participants and emphasizing how it was a pivotal moment in the community program. This performance not only entertained but also exemplified the richness of Indian cultural heritage. The dance performance quickly garnered attention on social media, with the Prime Minister sharing a video of the event, which prompted discussions around the remarkable cultural display. The choice of song from MGR’s film resonated with many, demonstrating the lasting influence of Indian cinema and its ability to connect communities across the globe, particularly in Malaysia where the Indian diaspora is significant and robust.

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