Anupam Kher Meets WB CM, Praises Vision for Cinema

Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher met West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and described the interaction as "a privilege and a pleasure," praising the Chief Minister's warmth, simplicity, clarity of thought and vision for promoting cinema and culture in the state.

Sharing details of the meeting on social media, Kher said they held an extensive discussion on cinema, culture and the power of storytelling in shaping society. He appreciated the Chief Minister's vision of making West Bengal a preferred destination for filmmakers, artists and creative professionals from across India and the world.

A NEW BEGINNING! 🇮🇳🥹
It was a privilege and a pleasure to meet the Hon’ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, Shri Suvendu Adhikari ji.
What stayed with me long after our meeting was not just his warmth and gracious hospitality, but also his simplicity, clarity of thought and deep… pic.twitter.com/2Vch4sfAlk

— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) June 27, 2026

Kher also revealed that the conversation included discussions on The Kashmir Files and The Bengal Files. According to the actor, the Chief Minister emphasized the importance of films that present history with honesty and courage while encouraging meaningful cinema that celebrates culture and preserves historical narratives.

Expressing gratitude, Kher thanked Suvendu Adhikari for his hospitality, appreciation and warm interaction, adding that he looks forward to meeting him again in the future.