Delhi, 2 January (H.S.): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh on Wednesday, and lauded his rise from modest beginnings to make a name for himself internationally.

“A very memorable interaction.He’s truly multifaceted, blending talent and tradition. We connected over music, culture and more… Modi wrote.

Diljit, who praised India's diversity said, “We used to read ‘Mera Bharat Mahaan’ (My India is Great)… when I travelled, I realised why they say it.

Lauding the power of Yoga, Diljit said The greatest magic in India is yoga, and Those who have experienced yoga know its true power .

He also gifted the Prime Minister a poster from his popular Dil-Luminati tour.

In a lighter moment, PM Modi remarked that Dosanjh had been winning over people. Complementing Diljit's success, the PM said, When a boy from an Indian village shines on the global stage, it feels amazing. Your family named you ‘Diljit’ – and you truly keep winning everyone’s hearts.

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar