The swearing-in ceremony of Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis turned into a star-studded event on December 5, 2024, as Bollywood luminaries graced the occasion at Mumbai’s Azad Maidan. Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Madhuri Dixit, along with Vidya Balan and her husband Siddharth Roy Kapur, added glamour to the political event. The presence of Vicky Kaushal, Janhvi Kapoor with Shikhar Pahariya, Khushi Kapoor, Boney Kapoor, and Arjun Kapoor further bolstered the star quotient.
#WATCH | Mumbai | Actor Shah Rukh Khan attends the oath ceremony of the Maharashtra government
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The event, which marked Fadnavis’s third term as Chief Minister, also witnessed Eknath Shinde assuming the role of Deputy Chief Minister in the BJP-led coalition government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, and senior BJP leaders attended the ceremony, signaling its significance on the national stage.
The Bollywood megastars made headlines not just with their presence but also their camaraderie. Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan greeted each other warmly with a hug, much to the delight of fans. Ranbir Kapoor and Ranveer Singh shared a moment of camaraderie, adding a touch of youthful vibrancy to the event.
Madhuri Dixit, the ever-graceful Bollywood diva, made a stunning entrance, while Vidya Balan, known for her powerful performances, arrived with Siddharth Roy Kapur. The Kapoor siblings, Janhvi and Khushi, accompanied by Boney Kapoor, turned heads, as did Arjun Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.
The ceremony followed weeks of political developments after the Maharashtra Assembly election results. Fadnavis was unanimously elected by the BJP legislative group after extensive discussions with coalition partners Shiv Sena (led by Shinde) and the NCP faction led by Ajit Pawar.
The convergence of politics and entertainment at the event highlighted the blend of cultural and political vibrancy that defines Maharashtra. It underscored Bollywood’s influential presence in the state’s socio-political fabric.
This news report is curated with insights from multiple reliable news sources.
