PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat became a popular program as he interacts with the people on All India Radio every weekend.
According to the latest, in the last Mann Ki Baat of 2024, PM Modi did all Telugu people proud by talking about Tollywood legendary actor ANR. "In 2024, we are celebrating the birth centenary of several film personalities who were instrumental in bringing global recognition to the country... The lives of these personalities is a source of inspiration for our film industry."
He showered praises on ANR for taking Telugu cinema to "newer heights". He added "His films beautifully depicted Indian traditions and values." ANR's centenary anniverasary is on 20 September 2025.
PM Modi also remembered legends Raj Kapoor, Mohammed Rafi, and Tapan Sinha