Actor R. Madhavan recalled a special memory with Prime Minister Narendra Modi while preparing for his film Rocketry. Sharing the experience on the occasion of the PM’s 75th birthday, Madhavan said that Modi ji’s extraordinary attentiveness left a deep impression on him.
He narrated that the incident took place in Mumbai, soon after Uri had become a huge success. Modi ji was attending an event with members of the film fraternity, and Madhavan was present too—but in full makeup and beard as scientist Nambi Narayanan, the role he was portraying in Rocketry.
“I genuinely doubted whether Modi ji would even recognize me,” Madhavan said. “But to my absolute surprise, the moment he saw me, he said—‘Madhavan ji, you look like Nambi Narayan. Has the shooting of the film started?’ I was stunned.”
The actor added that despite the immense responsibilities of leading the nation, the Prime Minister instantly recognized him and remembered his ongoing project. “That day, I took my very first selfie with him. Coincidentally, both of us had similar beards. It remains one of my most cherished memories,” Madhavan shared.
Extending his wishes, the actor said that PM Modi is not just a visionary leader but also a human being who notices, remembers, and values people in a deeply personal way. “On your 75th birthday, I wish you happiness, health, and continued strength to guide our nation,” he added.