India, July 8 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi integrated the iconic film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai into his diplomatic address in Jakarta, Indonesia, prompting a celebratory response from filmmaker Karan Johar. The mention occurred while the Prime Minister discussed the strengthening relations between the two nations.
Diplomatic Wordplay in Indonesia
During his speech, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the cultural bond between India and Indonesia by referencing the 1998 hit movie. He noted the immense popularity of the title track in the region, using it as a metaphor for bilateral progress. The Prime Minister remarked that while the song title suggests "something happens," the collaboration between the two nations results in "bahut kuch," or sign...