Vivek Agnihotri REACTS after PM Narendra Modi applauds The Vaccine War; says, “Women scientists called and got emotional”

Filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri took to his social media handle to respond to PM Narendra Modi’s praise for his film The Vaccine War.

Renowned filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri's latest creation, The Vaccine War, recently received a special mention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi during one of his rallies. Agnihotri, in response to this recognition, expressed his gratitude towards the Prime Minister and shared an emotional anecdote involving the women scientists who contributed to the film's creation.

Vivek Agnihotri REACTS after PM Narendra Modi applauds The Vaccine War; says, “Women scientists called and got emotional”

In a social media post, Vivek Agnihotri shared a video clip of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech, where the Prime Minister praised the film's portrayal of Indian scientists. Agnihotri's post read, "It’s heartening to hear PM @narendramodi acknowledge the contribution of Indian scientists, especially women scientists, in making the indigenous vaccine under his leadership. Women scientists called and got emotional 'first time a PM praised Virologists' they said. GRATITUDE."

For the unversed, during his speech, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commended the film's depiction of the relentless efforts of Indian scientists in their battle against COVID-19. He highlighted their dedication and likened their commitment to that of sages, emphasizing the importance of scientists and science.

It’s heartening to hear PM @narendramodi acknowledge the contribution of Indian scientists, specially women scientists in making the indigenous vaccine under his leadership. Women scientists called and got emotional “first time a PM praised Virologists” they said.
GRATITUDE. ???????? pic.twitter.com/U027q7Y4pz

— Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) October 5, 2023

The Vaccine War boasts an ensemble cast, including Nana Patekar, Anupam Kher, Sapthami Gowda, and Pallavi Joshi in leading roles. Produced by Pallavi Joshi and I Am Buddha, the film was released in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu on September 28. It explores the journey of Indian bio-scientists and their contributions to indigenous vaccines.

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