Bollywood Celebrities Applaud RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat at Centenary Lecture Series
Prominent figures from the Indian film industry, including filmmaker Karan Johar and actor Vicky Kaushal, attended a special lecture series marking the 100th year of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) at the Nehru Centre Auditorium in Mumbai. The event, held over two days, brought together a star-studded gathering to commemorate this significant milestone for the organization.
Karan Johar's Admiration for Bhagwat's Insightful Address
Speaking to the media after the event, Karan Johar expressed his deep admiration for RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, describing his lecture as "inspiring" and particularly praising his sense of humor. Johar stated, "I came here on the occasion of 100 years of the RSS and heard Mohan Bhagwat's insightful lecture. I extend my best wishes to the RSS on its 100th anniversary. His words were not only inspiring but also reflected his great sense of humor..." The filmmaker's comments highlighted how Bhagwat's delivery combined serious messaging with engaging wit.
Vicky Kaushal Deeply Impressed by First-Time Experience
Actor Vicky Kaushal, who attended on the second day, shared that it was his first time hearing Mohan Bhagwat speak in person, and the experience left a strong impression. Kaushal said, "It's wonderful that the RSS journey has completed 100 years. For the first time, I got to hear Mohan Bhagwat speak in person, and I was deeply impressed." He emphasized the significance of being part of a program marking such a historic journey for the RSS.
Additional Celebrity Endorsements and Attendance
The event saw widespread participation from the entertainment industry:
- Ananya Birla also praised the RSS Mumbai Vyakhyanmala event, stating, "It is all about nation building and taking India forward as Indians. I look forward to everything."
- The opening day featured Bollywood superstars Salman Khan and Ranbir Kapoor.
- The second day included an even larger contingent with actors and filmmakers such as Akshay Kumar, Ananya Panday, Shilpa Shetty, Raveena Tandon, Ravi Dubey, Madhur Bhandarkar, Pritam, and Jackie Shroff, among others.
Mohan Bhagwat's Key Messages on Social Issues and Technology
During his address, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat tackled pressing social and economic topics:
- Vigilance Against Illegal Infiltration: Bhagwat urged attendees to "detect and report" illegal infiltrators to the police and avoid providing them employment, calling for increased vigilance.
- Embracing Technology with Caution: He advocated for a job-creating environment that welcomes modern technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI). Bhagwat emphasized, "Our population is very large. Therefore, whatever we do for progress, it should be job-creating, not job-destroying." He stressed the need to master AI and utilize it beneficially without negatively impacting employment.
The RSS centenary event not only celebrated a century of the organization's work but also fostered a dialogue between cultural icons and social leaders, highlighting themes of national development and technological adaptation.
