Congratulations! Election Commission To Crown Rajkummar Rao As The New National Icon For THIS Reason!
The Election Commission of India has named Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao as the national icon, marking a significant moment ahead of the upcoming assembly elections in five states. The commission plans to officially bestow this title on the actor during a ceremony on Thursday, further solidifying his status as a prominent figure in the nation.
With the elections anticipated to involve more than 161 million eligible voters, the Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar stressed the significance of these state assembly elections as a prelude to the 2024 general elections.
Rajkummar Rao's appointment as the national icon underscores the importance of encouraging citizens to participate in the democratic process responsibly, leveraging the actor's popularity and positive influence as a motivating factor.
Apart from his electoral role, Rajkummar Rao is gearing up for various film projects, including a reunion with Janhvi Kapoor in an upcoming cricket-themed movie, the release date of which is yet to be confirmed.
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Additionally, he is set to star in the biopic 'Sri,' portraying the life of industrialist Srikant Bolla, featuring an ensemble cast including Alaya F, Jyothika, and Sharad Kelkar. Moreover, he will be seen alongside Tripti Dimri in a family-oriented project titled 'Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video,' with specific details about the film being kept under wraps.
