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Putin Praises Bollywood, Eyes Collaboration

CosmicTaco · 2024-10-19T11:55:47.020930+05:30

- **President Vladimir Putin** expressed admiration for **Bollywood films**, noting their popularity in Russia surpasses other BRICS nations. - Plans to discuss enhancing cooperation in the **Indian film industry** with **Prime Minister Narendra Modi** at the upcoming **BRICS Summit**. - Russia has a dedicated channel airing Bollywood movies **24/7**. - Emphasized exploring collaboration in **automotive** and **pharmaceutical** sectors. - Remarks underscore growing **cultural and economic partnership** between Russia and India. Source: [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/morning-briefing-putin-praises-bollywood-mk-stalin-vs-tn-governor-over-dravida-omission-from-anthem-and-more-101729304316360.html), [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/vladimir-putin-praises-bollywood-indian-films-more-popular-in-russia-than-watch-101729295852057.html), [Times Now News](https://www.timesnownews.com/world/europe/lot-of-interest-in-what-putin-thinks-of-indian-films-paving-path-to-collaboration-article-114358056), [The Economic Times](https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/russian-president-vladimir-putin-says-indian-films-are-most-popular-promises-to-promote-filmmakers/articleshow/114357758.cms)

President Vladimir Putin expressed admiration for Bollywood films, noting their popularity in Russia surpasses other BRICS nations.
Plans to discuss enhancing cooperation in the Indian film industry with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the upcoming BRICS Summit.
Russia has a dedicated channel airing Bollywood movies 24/7.
Emphasized exploring collaboration in automotive and pharmaceutical sectors.
Remarks underscore growing cultural and economic partnership between Russia and India.