Avika Gor, the 27-year-old actress celebrated for her roles in popular TV shows like Balika Vadhu and Sasural Simar Ka, recently reached a significant milestone in her career. She received a prestigious invitation to a lunch hosted at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence in honor of H.E. Mr. Pham Minh Chinh, the Prime Minister of Vietnam. This invitation recognized Gor’s notable contributions to the Indian entertainment industry.
Reflecting on this extraordinary moment, Gor shared her feelings of 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 remarked. Gor expressed her awe at the opportunity, adding, “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 also allowed Gor to have a memorable interaction with Prime Minister Modi. She fondly recounted, “I spoke to Modi ji in Gujarati, saying Jai Shri Krishna to him, and he seemed really happy. We have that Gujarat connection.” Additionally, she met with the Vietnamese Prime Minister, who expressed admiration for her work. “The minute we met, he told me, ‘Of course, I recognize you, and I absolutely know how important you are to our country.’ It was really beautiful,” Gor reflected.
For Gor, this experience underscores 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 traveled to Vietnam, Indonesia, Kazakhstan; people appreciate and enjoy Indian entertainment,” she noted.
Sharing her family’s reaction to the event, Gor revealed how proud they were of her achievement. “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,” she said. 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.
This recognition at such a prestigious event marks a significant moment in Avika Gor’s career, reaffirming her impact on the Indian entertainment industry and beyond.
