During his official visit to Malaysia today, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a joint press conference in Putrajaya with PM Anwar Ibrahim. A major highlight was the announcement of a new Audio-Visual Agreement between India and Malaysia. PM Modi noted that the shared love for the Tamil language is a powerful connection, with Tamil films and music playing a significant role in bringing the hearts of both nations closer.

PM Modi specifically mentioned that the vibrant presence of Tamil in Malaysia's education and media makes it a "living bond." He expressed confidence that this new agreement would boost co-productions and distribution, allowing Tamil cinema to reach even wider audiences across the Southeast Asian region.

Interestingly, it was revealed that Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim is a fan of legendary Tamil actor M.G. Ramachandran (MGR) and even enjoys singing Tamil songs. This cultural exchange is expected to open new doors for Kollywood filmmakers to collaborate more closely with Malaysian production houses in 2026.