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BRICS GOES BOLLYWOOD! Malaysia PM's Surprise Bollywood Picks Spark Massive Online Buzz

The Malaysian Prime Minister posted a Bollywood-themed playlist, featuring hits like 'Dil To Pagal Hai', following his photo with PM Modi at the BRICS summit, gaining widespread attention online.

Mahbeez Parbeen | | 2 min read

BRICS GOES BOLLYWOOD! Malaysia PM's Surprise Bollywood Picks Spark Massive Online Buzz
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In Brief

  1. Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim shared a Bollywood playlist following his meeting with PM Narendra Modi.
  2. The viral post features iconic tracks, including "Dil To Pagal Hai" and "Chale Chalo".
  3. The gesture highlights popular films featuring stars like Shah Rukh Khan.
  4. The musical exchange reflects growing cultural engagement and soft diplomacy between Malaysia and India.

Following the recent BRICS summit, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim shared a Bollywood-themed playlist online, which quickly went viral. The selection included hit songs like "Dil To Pagal Hai"—from the classic film starring Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit, and Karisma Kapoor—alongside a photograph of himself with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The curated tracks showcase iconic Bollywood music that resonates with a global audience. Beyond entertainment, the gesture serves as a subtle display of soft diplomacy, reinforcing cultural connections and strengthening bilateral ties between Malaysia and India alongside formal political discussions.

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