Vivek Oberoi meets Rishi Sunak at his 10 Downing Street reception; pens heartfelt note

After Sonam Kapoor, actor Vivek Oberoi attended UK PM Rishi Sunak’s reception in honor of UK India Week. The event was held at the PM's official residence and office, 10 Downing Street.

Vivek took to social media on June 30 to share a photo with PM Rishi Sunak and penned down his experience. He also thanked him for honoring PM Narendra Modi at the event.

Sharing the photo, Vivek wrote, ‘Thank you Prime Minister @RishiSunak for the warm welcome at @10DowningStreet. Your family & the entire team at 10 Downing were very gracious hosts. Your passion & commitment to stronger India-UK relations was heartening to see, especially when you said that we are all “living bridges” between two great nations, inspired me deeply.’

He added, ‘I noticed every time you mentioned @narendramodi you said “Prime Minister Modi ji”, it was so touching to see that little gesture of respect that resonates deeply with our Indian culture & sanskars.

I’m sure every Indian & all people of Indian origin feel a deep sense of pride for what you have achieved & we are rooting for you to achieve great things in partnership with our nation. A special thank you to Akshata Murty and Sudha Murty ji, she is truly a #superstar.’

Sonam Kapoor attended the reception on June 28. Sharing the photos, Sonam wrote, ‘Representing in @rohitbalofficial for the reception at 10 Downing Street to celebrate UK India week.

What a beautiful day and so happy I got to wear a sari in the gorgeous London summer.’

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