Celebrating Indian Cinema: Yash Chopra Honoured at Australian Parliament

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese met filmmaker Karan Johar and actor Rani Mukerji at the Australian Parliament. Mukerji delivered a keynote and unveiled a stamp commemorating her late father-in-law, Yash Chopra, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Yash Raj Films. The event marked the start of the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese welcomed filmmaker Karan Johar and actor Rani Mukerji to the Australian Parliament in Canberra on Tuesday. Mukerji delivered a keynote address and unveiled a commemorative stamp honoring the late Yash Chopra.

The event commemorated the 50th anniversary of Yash Raj Films. Albanese shared a selfie with the duo, captioning it to highlight the longstanding relationship between Australia and India. He noted, 'Rani Mukerji and @karanjohar are promoting the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, one of the largest Indian film festivals outside of India.'

The festival runs from August 15 to 25. Festival Director Mitu Bhowmick Lange described the stamp launch as an 'iconic moment' and a significant commemoration of Yash Chopra's impactful legacy in cinema. Distinguished dignitaries, members of parliament, and ministers attended the event, recognizing the influence of Indian cinema on global pop culture.

(With inputs from agencies.)