In a heartwarming moment during the IIFA Awards 2024 in Abu Dhabi, Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai garnered attention for her gesture of humility by touching the feet of Tollywood superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna. This incident, which has since gone viral on social media, took place as Aishwarya was set to receive the Best Actress award for her performance in the Tamil film Ponniyin Selvan.
The star-studded event featured a mix of South Indian and Bollywood celebrities, including notable figures like Mani Ratnam, Samantha, Chiranjeevi, Rana Daggubati, and Shahid Kapoor, among others, adding glamour to the occasion.
As Aishwarya made her way to the stage to collect her award, she first bowed to Balakrishna, who then blessed her by placing his hand on her head. This display of respect and affection has been widely praised by fans, who shared the video and lauded Aishwarya’s simplicity and grace.
Viewers expressed their admiration for Aishwarya, noting that despite her fame, her humble actions reflect her true character, further elevating her status as a respected actress.