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Putin's Visit Highlights Bollywood's Russian Legacy

Putin's Visit Highlights Bollywood's Russian Legacy
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Russian President Vladimir Putin visited India for the 23rd Annual India-Russia Summit.

He stayed in a fancy suite at ITC Maurya and received a special gift from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

At a big dinner at Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Droupadi Murmu hosted a special vegetarian meal with many different dishes.

There was also a concert with music from both India and Russia.

One of the songs played was 'Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani' from a Bollywood movie.

This song is about loving India and has been popular for a long time.

The Indian Navy Band, which is very famous, played the music.

They are known for playing at important events like the Republic Day parade.

The dinner had many delicious dishes, including soups, kebabs, and sweets like halwa and kulfi.

It was a special night to celebrate the friendship between India and Russia.

Key facts

Event
State banquet for Vladimir Putin
Location
Rashtrapati Bhavan
Musical Performance
Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani
Film
Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani
Song
Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani
Singer
Udit Narayan
Music Directors
Jatin-Lalit
Lyricist
Javed Akhtar
Film Director
Aziz Mirza
Actors
Shah Rukh Khan, Juhi Chawla
Naval Band
Indian Navy Band
Band Founded
1945
Band Location
Mumbai (INS Angre)
Band Musicians
500
Band Units
15
Summit
23rd Annual India-Russia Summit
Gift
Russian edition of Bhagavad Gita
Menu Highlight
Vegetarian dishes
Dessert
Badam Ka Halwa, Kesar-Pista Kulfi

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