Kartik Aaryan apologises to PM Modi at WAVES 2025; shares stage with SS Rajamouli 2025 : Bollywood News

The ongoing WAVES 2025 Summit at the Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra, Mumbai, has brought together some of the most influential names in the Indian entertainment industry. Spanning from May 1 to May 4, the event has featured powerful panels, cultural showcases, and unexpected moments of warmth - one of the most talked-about being Kartik Aaryan’s appearance alongside filmmaker SS Rajamouli and his candid message to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Kartik Aaryan apologises to PM Modi at WAVES 2025; shares stage with SS Rajamouli

A video that caught the attention of many was Kartik’s heartfelt apology to Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his address. Referring to his nervousness while speaking in front of the country's highest office, the actor said, “Pradhan Mantri ji, Modi ji, sorry meri heartbeat bohot jyada tez chal rahi hai kyunki pehli baar main aapke saamne kuchh bol raha hoon. Toh yaha ka decorum maintain karne ka main puri koshish karunga. Kuch bhi uunch nich ho uske liye shama chahta hoon (Prime Minister Modi sir, sorry—my heartbeat is racing because it’s the first time I’m speaking in front of you. I will try my best to maintain the decorum here. If I make any mistake, I apologise).” The video has since gone viral, with audiences praising the actor for his genuine tone and humility on a formal platform.

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Meanwhile, in another widely shared video from the summit, Kartik Aaryan, dressed in a traditional bandh gala kurta set, was seen greeting Baahubali director SS Rajamouli on stage. The two shared a warm handshake before Kartik stepped aside and invited the filmmaker to take centre stage, allowing him space to address the audience. The gesture struck a chord with viewers, highlighting a respectful exchange between two different generations of Indian cinema.

SS Rajamouli, too, made an impact with his address, where he spotlighted India’s unique storytelling culture. Emphasizing the richness of India’s linguistic and cultural diversity, he stated that the country’s narrative traditions hold unmatched potential globally—something the world is only beginning to recognise through Indian cinema.

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On the work front, Kartik’s upcoming projects include an untitled intense musical drama with Anurag Basu, Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri, and the fantasy thriller Naagzilla. As he balances commercial appeal with newer genres, his participation in WAVES 2025 further positions him among the industry’s most engaging young voices.

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