French President Emmanuel Macron recently revealed his admiration for his favorite Bollywood star, veteran actor Anil Kapoor, during a visit to India.
In a rapid-fire interview with Brut India, Macron was asked to name his favourite Bollywood actor. He immediately responded, “I mean, yesterday I mentioned Jai Ho, so I would say Anil Kapoor.” The French president praised Kapoor’s iconic roles and global recognition, making him his favorite Bollywood star.
The comments came amid Macron’s diplomatic trip, which he attended alongside First Lady Brigitte Macron. The visit included engagements with Indian film personalities and cultural events celebrating Indo-French ties. Macron shared photos on social media, writing in French, “Aux côtés de légendes du cinéma indien. La culture nous rassemble”, which translates to, “Alongside legends of Indian cinema. Culture unites us.”
In the images, Macron and Brigitte posed with Kapoor and other notable Indian cinema figures, including Manoj Bajpayee, Zoya Akhtar, Richa Chadha, Shabana Azmi, and musician Ricky Kej. Another photograph highlighted the meeting at the Gateway of India, showcasing India’s rich cultural heritage.
Anil Kapoor also shared the experience on X, formerly known as Twitter, describing it as an inspiring afternoon spent exchanging thoughts on cinema, culture, and the strong bond between India and France. He wrote, “Here’s to India x France. And to many more stories waiting to be told.”
The French president’s admiration for Anil Kapoor as his favorite Bollywood star underscores the global impact of Indian cinema. Cultural exchanges like this reinforce the soft power of films and the growing diplomatic connection between nations.
Macron’s mention of Kapoor delighted fans worldwide and brought attention to Bollywood’s international influence, showing how cinema continues to unite people across cultures.
This meeting marks yet another milestone in cultural diplomacy, with the French president openly appreciating his favorite Bollywood star while fostering goodwill between India and France.
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