The famous American actors Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, accompanied by their son Dylan, recently embarked on a journey to Bharat. This visit took place after Michael Douglas was honored with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Cinema at the 54th International Film Festival of Bharat in Goa. Following the festival, the family headed to Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, where Mr. Douglas shared moments from their trip on Instagram. He posted a photo from inside the Brihadeeswara Temple, expressing gratitude for the experience and captioning it as “Sightseeing with the best.”
Thanjavur is beautiful indeed! And, there is a lot more to see in India which will leave tourists from across the world spellbound. https://t.co/jBQwELb1BX pic.twitter.com/XjuLHZmwIy
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 8, 2023
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took notice of Douglas’ Instagram post and shared it, acknowledging the beauty of Thanjavur and inviting tourists worldwide to explore more of Bharat’s wonders. Modi’s response highlighted the global appeal of Bharat culture and heritage.
During his time at the film festival in Goa, Michael Douglas not only enjoyed the sights but also commended Prime Minister Modi’s contributions to the film industry. He recognized Modi’s leadership in film production and finance. Douglas spoke highly of the festival’s inclusivity, with 78 foreign countries participating, showcasing the international recognition of Bharat cinema. He expressed confidence in the festival’s future success under the leadership of Modi and praised Union Minister Anurag Thakur for his role in the event.
Douglas emphasized the unifying power of movies, transcending barriers of language, race, religion, and gender. He spoke passionately about how films serve as a common language that brings people together from different parts of the world. In his view, movies play a crucial role in fostering understanding and connection among diverse cultures, emphasizing the importance of this shared cultural experience.
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