The internet is buzzing about the G7 Summit — not just for global talks, but for a viral moment between India’s PM Narendra Modi and Italy’s PM Giorgia Meloni. Their handshake and shared smiles quickly drew attention on social media.
A recent 'Melodi' moment was filmed at the event in Canada when PM Modi greeted his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni with a handshake and brief conversation. The now-viral video showed the two leaders happily greeting each other at the lobby and exchanging smiles.
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Netizens react to viral video
As the video circulated online, desi netizens ran to the comments section and shared 'Melodi' comments. To the unversed, the internet sees a couple and a good chemistry between PM Modi and Meloni.
The new video, where the duo engaged in a handshake and brief talk, gave social media users another chance to express their thoughts about the two leaders. "Vibe toh hai dono mein (They both have a vibe)," one X user wrote. "They looked good together, bestfriends," commented another.
More about the Melodi moment from G7 Summit
Meloni posted a photo of the handshake and their hearty smiles on X. She captioned her post, saying, "Italy and India, linked by a great friendship." It quickly went viral and received more than seven million views, including a reaction from the Italian PM's friend, Narendra Modi.
Replying to her post, the Indian PM wrote, "Fully agree with you, PM Giorgia Meloni. India’s friendship with Italy will continue to get stronger, greatly benefitting our people!"
In a tweet in 2023, Meloni addressed PM Modi as a "friend" while wishing him on his 73rd birthday. It was during the same year that the term 'Melodi' emerged and got trending on social media. "Good friends at COP28 #Melodi", she captioned the event post featuring her alongside PM Modi on X.
