Prime Minister Narendra Modi's mention of the iconic Bollywood film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai during his address to the Indian community in Jakarta, Indonesia, in his recent visit has created a buzz online. Using Bollywood Iconic Movie Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998) to highlight the strong and growing relationship between India and Indonesia, PM Modi received loud applause from the audience. Filmmaker Karan Johar later reacted to the moment, saying he felt honoured and grateful.
PM Modi Mentions Kuch Kuch Hota Hai To Explain India-Indonesia Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a three-nation tour, arrived in Indonesia for the first leg of his visit. While addressing the Indian community in Jakarta, he referred to the popular Bollywood film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai to describe the strong friendship between India and Indonesia.
During his speech, PM Modi spoke about the deep cultural connection shared by the two countries. He noted that the song Kuch Kuch Hota Hai is widely loved in Indonesia and used the film's title to make a memorable point.
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He said that when India and Indonesia work together, it is not just "kuch kuch" (a little) that happens, but "bahut kuch" (a lot) is achieved. His remark received loud applause from the audience present at the event.
"Kuch Kuch hota hai" is a famous song in Indonesia but when India, Indonesia work together, then "kuch kuch se bhut kuch hota hai", says PM Modi pic.twitter.com/NHzCMcWQsQ
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Karan Johar Reacts To The Viral Moment
After the speech went viral on social media, filmmaker Karan Johar shared the video on his Instagram Stories and expressed his happiness.
He wrote that it was an honour to see Prime Minister Narendra Modi talking about Kuch Kuch Hota Hai during his address in Jakarta. Karan also said, "Love is a language that goes beyond all boundaries." He thanked the Prime Minister for keeping the spirit of the film alive through his words.

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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Is Landmark Film In Karan Johar's Career
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, released in 1998,marked Karan Johar's directorial debut. The blockbuster starred Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji in lead roles, while Salman Khan appeared in a memorable extended cameo.
The film and its songs continue to enjoy immense popularity not only in India but also across several Asian countries.
