Stars from across India came together at the WAVES Summit 2025, a forward-thinking initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi aimed at spotlighting India’s creative and cultural power on the global stage. The event brought together influential voices from cinema and music, with South Indian stars like Nagarjuna and Karthi, music icons Badshah and Shaan, and veteran actor Anupam Kher sharing their perspectives. All emphasised the importance of such platforms in nurturing India’s artistic heritage, encouraging innovation, and empowering the next generation of cultural leaders

Mumbai played host to the prestigious WAVES Summit 2025 (World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit), which kicked off today with a grand inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The four-day event brought together some of the biggest names in Indian cinema and entertainment. Bollywood icons like Shah Rukh Khan, Mohanlal, and Akshay Kumar were present, along with a stellar lineup of actors and creators including Jackie Shroff, Deepika Padukone, Farhan Akhtar, Shaan, and Nushrratt Bharuccha. Esteemed personalities such as Karan Johar, Hema Malini, and Oscar-winner Guneet Monga also marked their presence, as the summit celebrated the convergence of cinema, music, and digital content under one roof.