Telugu star Ram Charan met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on October 11, 2025, lauding the PM's vision for sports development after the success of India's first franchise-based Archery Premier League. Charan praised Modi’s guidance in promoting archery’s legacy and encouraged greater participation for health and heritage.
On October 11, 2025, acclaimed Telugu actor Ram Charan and his wife, Upasana Kamineni, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to celebrate the success of the Archery Premier League (APL), India’s first franchise-based tournament dedicated to reviving traditional sports. The meeting spotlighted Modi’s visionary role in promoting sports as a path to national health and cultural pride.
APL Success and Visionary Support:
Ram Charan expressed his honor at meeting the Prime Minister and praised Modi’s dedication to sports development. He credited Modi’s passion for enabling the growth and global promotion of archery, a sport deeply rooted in Indian heritage. Charan congratulated the athletes and called for increased participation to foster mental and physical well-being.
Archery Premier League Details:
Launched in 2025 by the Archery Association of India, the APL features six teams representing different cultural and historical legacies. The league includes 36 Indian archers and 12 international competitors, boasting a competitive round-robin and knockout format hosted at the Yamuna Sports Complex. The Rajputana Royals and Mighty Marathas are set for the season finale, igniting nationwide interest.
Upasana Kamineni’s Perspective:
A healthcare entrepreneur, Upasana emphasized sport as a vital tool for physical and mental healing, praising Modi’s commitment to integrate sports into India’s broader wellness agenda. She highlighted the importance of sport in nation-building and health promotion.
Cultural and Personal Connections:
Ram Charan, also celebrated for his role in the blockbuster film ‘RRR’, recently exhibited archery skills during Dussehra festivities in Delhi, further promoting the sport’s cultural resonance. He reiterated heartfelt gratitude for the north Indian audience's affection and underscored the synergy of tradition, fitness, and cinema in his endeavors.
This engagement between a cultural icon and the Prime Minister represents a powerful endorsement of sports as a vehicle for national pride, health, and youth empowerment, continuing India’s rich legacy through modern platforms like the Archery Premier League.
Sources: Mangalorean, News18, India Today, Gulte, MoneyControl.