Actor John Abraham met with India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, in New Delhi today, just ahead of the release of his highly anticipated film ‘The Diplomat’. The two engaged in a wide-ranging discussion on diplomacy, the North East, and their shared love for football.
Dr. Jaishankar took to social media to share insights from their meeting, writing, “An interesting conversation with @TheJohnAbraham on his new movie The ‘Diplomat’. As also on football, the North East, and our respective worlds.”
An interesting conversation with @TheJohnAbraham on his new movie The Diplomat. As also on football, the North East and our respective worlds. pic.twitter.com/BGQbzgcmb1
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 13, 2025
John Abraham also expressed his gratitude for the interaction, posting, “Was a pleasure and honour to meet a man who I so intently follow. We discussed diplomacy, the North East, and football amongst many other things. Truly an honour Sir! @DrSJaishankar @NEUtdFC #TheDiplomat.”
The meeting comes as ‘The Diplomat’ gears up for its theatrical release tomorrow, March 14, 2025. The film is inspired by real-life Indian diplomat J.P. Singh and aims to offer an engaging and realistic portrayal of international relations. Abraham takes on a never-seen-before role, embodying a character steeped in tact, wit, and high-stakes negotiation.
Produced by Bhushan Kumar & Krishan Kumar (T-Series), John Abraham (JA Entertainment), Vipul D. Shah, Ashwin Varde, Rajesh Bahl (Wakaoo Films), and Sameer Dixit, Jatish Varma, and Rakesh Dang (Fortune Pictures/Seeta Films), The Diplomat promises an intense and gripping narrative based on true events.
The conversation between Abraham and Jaishankar highlights the film’s commitment to authenticity, as it seeks to explore the complex world of diplomacy. With its blend of political intrigue and real-world inspiration, ‘The Diplomat’ is poised to be a must-watch for audiences looking for a thought-provoking cinematic experience.
