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Maldives Row – From Salman Khan to Amitabh Bachchan, ace Bollywood actors promote Indian islands and promote Lakshwadeep
Actor Amitabh Bachchan has urged people to discover the splendour of Indian islands following mocking remarks made by certain political figures in the Maldives regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Lakshadweep. Amitabh responded to a post shared by former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag on X, (formerly known as Twitter) on Monday. The seasoned actor urged, “Don’t damage our independence.”
Amitabh Bachchan responded to Virendra Sehwag’s tweet writing, “Viru paji .. this is so relevant and in the right spirit of our land .. our own are the very best .. I have been to Lakshadweep and Andamans and they are such astonishingly beautiful locations .. stunning waters beaches and the underwater experience is simply unbelievable…Hum Bharat hai, hum atmanirbhar hai, humari atmanirbharta pe aanch mat daliye (We are India, we are self-reliant, don’t let anything blemish ourself-reliance), Jai Hind @virendersehwag.”
Viru paji .. this is so relevant and in the right spirit of our land .. our own are the very best .. I have been to Lakshadweep and Andamans and they are such astonishingly beautiful locations .. stunning waters beaches and the underwater experience is simply unbelievable ..
??… https://t.co/NM400eJAbm— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) January 8, 2024
Bollywood fraternity on Maldives Row:
Came across comments from prominent public figures from Maldives passing hateful and racist comments on Indians. Surprised that they are doing this to a country that sends them the maximum number of tourists.
We are good to our neighbors but
why should we tolerate such… pic.twitter.com/DXRqkQFguN— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) January 7, 2024
A number of other Bollywood celebrities, including John Abraham, Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, Shraddha Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, and Kangana Ranaut, have joined the ‘Visit Lakshadweep campaign’ by using the hashtag #ExploreIndianIslands. This is in the midst of a controversy surrounding disparaging remarks made on social media about PM Modi’s recent visit to Lakshadweep by a few Maldivian ministers. The government of the Maldives has disassociated itself from the statements expressed by its ministers.
This year let’s make 2024 about exploring India and experiencing our culture. There is so much to see and explore across the beaches and the beauty of our country
Chalo India let’s #exploreindianislands
Chalo bharat dekhe
— Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) January 8, 2024
Lakshadweep's unparalleled beauty has earned a top spot on my Travel List! Crystal-clear waters and tranquil shores await, promising an unforgettable escape. #Lakshadweep #BucketList ???? #ExploreIndianIslands #DekhoApnaDesh pic.twitter.com/978JR9A0qE
— SHILPA SHETTY KUNDRA (@TheShilpaShetty) January 7, 2024
#ExploreIndianIslands will never forget the brilliant time we had while filming my very first film #Alaipayuthey at Andaman Islands. The snorkeling was breathtaking — incredibly beautiful, marine life that I’ve never seen anywhere else , as was the hospitality and the food. I… pic.twitter.com/l3zbAj70EE
— Ranganathan Madhavan (@ActorMadhavan) January 7, 2024
Incredible India is not just a tag, our beautiful country has some of the most incredible and stunning locales and #Lakshadweep is an example of it- a heaven like place in India itself! Can’t wait to explore this beautiful Indian island. #ExploreIndianIslands pic.twitter.com/Z16hxG0fOo
— Kartik Aaryan (@TheAaryanKartik) January 7, 2024
Cant wait to take a holiday and dive into the vibrant culture of Lakshadweep!
A destination that not only captures the eyes but also the heart ??#ExploreIndianIslands pic.twitter.com/jbg2bK90hH— Pooja Hegde (@hegdepooja) January 7, 2024
India is so beautiful.
Was over awed by the pristine beauty and the rich history of Andaman and Nicobar Islands while shooting the Kalapani chapter of Veer Savarkar’s life .. a must visit. #ExploreIndianIslands pic.twitter.com/BLb4d8niOd— Randeep Hooda (@RandeepHooda) January 7, 2024
Wanna make 2024 all about travel and exploring the beautiful & scenic destinations closer to home. On top of my list is nature's paradise, the #Lakshwadeep islands. Heard so much about this wonderland that I just can't wait to be there!!! ???#ExploreIndianIslands pic.twitter.com/tVQlIlilH6
— Jacqueline Fernandez (@Asli_Jacqueline) January 7, 2024
Seeing our honourable prime minister @narendramodi sir at the beaches in Lakshadweep makes me realise Iv been missing out on our pristine beaches and water
Can’t wait to book my next holiday #ExploreIndianIslands pic.twitter.com/DRXP7ZLMBd— VarunDhawan (@Varun_dvn) January 7, 2024
It is so cool to see our Hon PM Narendrabhai Modi at the beautiful clean n stunning beaches of Lakshadweep, and the best part is that yeh hamare India mein hain.
— Salman Khan (@BeingSalmanKhan) January 7, 2024
All these images and memes making me super FOMO now ?
Lakshadweep has such pristine beaches and coastlines, thriving local culture, I’m on the verge of booking an impulse chhutti ??
This year, why not #ExploreIndianIslands pic.twitter.com/fTWmZTycpO— Shraddha (@ShraddhaKapoor) January 7, 2024
With the amazing Indian hospitality, the idea of “Atithi Devo Bhava” and a vast marine life to explore. Lakshwadeep is the place to go.#exploreindianislands pic.twitter.com/CA1d9r0QZ5
— John Abraham (@TheJohnAbraham) January 7, 2024
Not only Bollywood, but cricketers, businessmen, leading personalities, and netizens have united to support India and its tourism. The unity showed by the leading men of the country has enlightened patriotism amongst the countrymen. Social media is buzzing with tweets and posts for Indian islands.
PM Modi visited the Union Territory of Lakshadweep on January 2 and shared a number of photos from his visit, including one of him snorkelling, which he described as an “exhilarating experience.” PM Narendra Modi posted images of the ocean, snow-white beaches, and clear blue skies on X, captioning them with the words, “Lakshadweep has to be on your list for those who wish to embrace the adventurer in them.”
