Sonali Bendre Recalls Welcoming Michael Jackson to India in 1996

In 1996, Bollywood actress Sonali Bendre welcomed pop star Michael Jackson to India.

She was asked to do it by Raj Thackeray's wife and agreed, but only if she could get good tickets to his show.

Bendre, wearing a traditional saree, greeted Jackson at the Mumbai airport with a welcoming Indian ceremony.

This event was a significant cultural moment, especially as Bendre was very popular at the time.

She recalls how her aunt's friend helped arrange the welcoming.