Prime Minister Narendra Modi added a fun, light-hearted touch to his official two-day visit to Israel on February 26, 2026, by meeting the cast and creators of the acclaimed Israeli action-drama series Fauda and sharing a casual group selfie on X (formerly Twitter). In the viral photo, PM Modi is seen smiling alongside key members of the Fauda team, including creators Lior Raz and Avi Issacharoff, and actors such as Tsahi Halevi, Laetitia Eido, and Doron Ben-David. The Prime Minister captioned the post with his trademark wit: “Thankfully, this interaction required only a selfie, no undercover work! #Fauda”The playful reference nods to the show’s intense undercover espionage theme—where characters often go deep into enemy territory—turning a high-stakes concept into a humorous diplomatic moment.
A Break from High-Level Talks
The meeting took place on the sidelines of PM Modi’s visit at the invitation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Discussions focused on deepening bilateral ties in defense, technology, cybersecurity, agriculture, water management, innovation, and trade. Amid these serious engagements, the Fauda interaction offered a cultural bridge, highlighting the growing popularity of Israeli content in India and the potential for future creative collaborations between the two nations’ film and television industries. Fauda (Arabic for “chaos”) is a critically acclaimed Netflix series known for its realistic portrayal of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through the lens of an elite undercover unit.
Reactions from Fans and Cast
The post quickly went viral, with fans praising PM Modi’s sense of humor and relatability. Actor Lior Raz (who plays Doron Kavillio in the series) called the meeting a “huge honour” and appreciated India’s strong support for arts and storytelling. Netizens flooded the comments with reactions:
- “PM Modi fanboying over Fauda? Iconic crossover! ”
- “From diplomacy to selfies—only Modi ji can pull this off!”
- “No undercover work needed when you’re meeting legends like this ”
The moment underscored the deepening people-to-people and cultural ties between India and Israel, extending beyond politics into entertainment and shared appreciation for powerful storytelling.As PM Modi wrapped up his visit, the “only a selfie” post served as a charming reminder that even world leaders enjoy a bit of pop-culture fun.
-By Manoj H