'Every Indian is feeling proud': PM Modi praises makers of ‘The Vaccine War’
The Vivek Agnihotri-directed film is based on Indian scientists, their war against COVID-19 and how they developed an affordable vaccine
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday congratulated the producers of “The Vaccine War”, saying the movie has made every Indian feel proud.
The Vivek Agnihotri-directed movie, released on September 28, is based on a true story of Indian scientists, their fight against COVID-19 and how they developed an affordable vaccine for India and the world.
“A film called ‘The Vaccine War’ was released. I have heard that the hard work done day and night by our scientists to fight COVID in India has been depicted in this film. Every Indian is feeling proud after watching that film,” Modi told a rally in Rajasthan.
“I congratulate the makers of this film for highlighting the hard work and dedication of our scientists. This will be very useful for the coming generations,” Modi said.
Agnihotri, who has made movies such as “Chocolate”, “The Tashkent Files” and “The Kashmir Files”, expressed gratitude to the prime minister for appreciating “The Vaccine War”.
Produced by wife Pallavi Joshi under their banner I Am Buddha, the film features Anupam Kher, Nana Patekar, Sapthami Gowda and Joshi.
(With agency inputs)