Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan recently shared insights from his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which took place earlier this week. Saif Ali Khan, along with his wife Kareena Kapoor Khan, and other members of the Kapoor family, met PM Modi to invite him to the Raj Kapoor Film Festival, marking the legendary actor-director’s 100th birth anniversary. The festival, organized by RK Films, Film Heritage Foundation, and the National Film Archive of India, celebrates Raj Kapoor’s immense contribution to Indian cinema.
In a candid interview with Hindustan Times, Saif described the warmth and charm PM Modi displayed during the meeting. Despite a long day at Parliament, the Prime Minister greeted the family with a smile and showed great attentiveness. Saif expressed gratitude for the opportunity to be part of such a significant event. “It was an honor for the family to have a stamp with Raj Sahab to commemorate his 100th birth anniversary,” he said.
PM Modi’s Thoughtful Gesture for Taimur and Jeh
During the meeting, PM Modi’s warmth extended beyond the formalities. He inquired about Saif’s sons, Taimur and Jeh, and even mentioned that he thought the actor would bring his children along to meet him. “He asked about my parents individually and said he thought we would bring Taimur and Jehangir to meet him. He signed a paper for them that Kareena asked him to,” Saif recalled, highlighting the personal touch the Prime Minister added to the interaction.
A Remarkable Moment for the Family
Saif was visibly moved by how PM Modi balanced his intense schedule with moments of personal connection. He mentioned that despite running the country, Modi still managed to make time for family matters. “He looked like he was working very hard running the country, and still taking time to connect on this level,” Saif added. The actor also asked the Prime Minister about his sleep schedule, to which PM Modi humorously replied that he gets about three hours of rest a night.
The meeting was a memorable one for Saif, who was deeply touched by the respect PM Modi showed to the Kapoor family. He expressed his gratitude for the Prime Minister’s time and efforts to make them feel valued.
Raj Kapoor Film Festival: A Tribute to a Cinema Legend
As part of the celebrations, the Raj Kapoor Film Festival ran from December 13-15, screening ten of the legendary actor’s films in 40 cities and 135 cinemas across India. The festival honored Raj Kapoor’s cinematic legacy, bringing his timeless works to a new generation of moviegoers.
This news report is curated with insights from multiple reliable news sources.