Actor Nagarjuna, family meet PM Modi; present him book on cinema legend Akkineni Nageswara Rao
New Delhi/IBNS: Veteran actor Nagarjuna called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Parliament House on Friday and presented him with the book 'Akkineni Ka Virat Vyaktitva' by Padma Bhushan awardee Dr Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad, a tribute to his father Akkineni Nageswara Rao.
The actor was accompanied by his wife Amala Akkineni, son Naga Chaitanya, and daughter-in-law Sobhita Dhulipala.
"Profoundly thankful to Hon'ble Prime Minister @narendramodi ji for today's meeting at Parliament House. It was an honor to present 'Akkineni Ka Virat Vyaktitva' by Padma Bhushan awardee Dr.Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad, a tribute to my father ANR garu's cinematic heritage. Your recognition of his life’s work is a treasured affirmation for our family, fans and the Indian movie lovers. We are extremely grateful for this opportunity," Nagarjuna posted on X.
Hailing Akkineni Nageswar Rao as the pride of India, PM Modi remarked that his iconic performances will continue to enthrall generations to come.
He expressed his satisfaction in meeting Nagarjuna Akkineni and his family.
Responding to a post by Nagarjuna Akkineni on X, Modi said: “It was indeed a delight to meet you Nagarjuna Garu along with your family. ANR Garu is the pride of India and his iconic performances will continue to enthral generations to come.”
It was indeed a delight to meet you Nagarjuna Garu along with your family. ANR Garu is the pride of India and his iconic performances will continue to enthral generations to come. https://t.co/nOL8qooWkD
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 7, 2025
In his last Mann Ki Baat address of 2024, PM Modi Modi had paid tribute to the four icons of Indian cinema Raj Kapoor, Mohammed Rafi, Akkineni Nageswara Rao and Tapan Sinha.
"Akkineni Nageswara Rao Garu took Telugu cinema to new heights. His films presented Indian traditions and values very well," PM Modi had said.
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