Avika Gor's Remarkable Moment: A Luncheon with PM Modi and the Vietnamese PM

Avika Gor, the 27-year-old actress known for her roles in TV shows like Balika Vadhu and Sasural Simar Ka, recently experienced a significant milestone in her career. She was invited to a prestigious lunch hosted at PM Modi's residence in honour of H.E. Mr. Pham Minh Chinh, the Prime Minister of Vietnam. This invitation was a recognition of Gor's contribution to the Indian entertainment industry.

Reflecting on this extraordinary opportunity, Gor expressed her pride and surprise. "It was definitely a feeling of pride. It validated that I'm on the right path. Such instances give you confidence to continue doing what you believe in," she shared. With a sense of awe, Gor added, "I never imagined being invited there would happen so early in my life. I had dreams of representing my country and the Indian entertainment industry, but all of this happening at this stage of my career wasn't in my plans."

The event provided a memorable interaction with PM Modi. Gor recounted, "I spoke to Modi ji in Gujarati, saying Jai Shri Krishna to him, and he seemed really happy. We have that Gujarat connection." She also met with the Vietnamese PM, who expressed recognition and appreciation for her contributions. "The minute we met, he told me 'of course I recognise you and I absolutely know how important you are to our country'. It was really beautiful," Gor noted.

Gor sees this opportunity as a testament to the global appeal of the Indian entertainment industry. "We have a huge entertainment industry with successful films and series that travel around the world. It’s a very proud feeling. I have travelled to Vietnam, Indonesia, Kazakhstan; people appreciate and enjoy Indian entertainment," she said.

Sharing her family’s reaction, Gor revealed, "I felt really proud while talking to my family about the event. My father's reaction was particularly touching. There’s a video of him picking me up, and it was so sweet. My grandfather, who was in the air force, would have been thrilled to see this." Gor also mentioned that this event has changed how her relatives view her work. "Relatives now value what I do more. This has shifted their perception and brought a new level of respect," she concluded.