India, May 1 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:

The first-ever World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) commenced in grand style at the iconic Jio World Centre, Mumbai, with a power-packed panel discussion titled "Legends & Legacies: The Stories That Shaped India's Soul." The session brought together some of India's most revered cinematic icons in a captivating discussion on storytelling, creativity, and cultural legacy.

The inaugural panel featured acclaimed luminaries - Hema Malini, Mohanlal, and Chiranjeevi, and was moderated by superstar Akshay Kumar.

Speaking on the occasion, dream girl, Hema Malini expressed heartfelt admiration for the initiative, stating, "it's a beautiful initiative by the Gov...