Évian-les-Bains, France, June 16, 2026:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni shared a light-hearted exchange on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, reviving the popular “Melodi” nickname that has become a social media sensation in recent years.
The interaction drew attention online as the two leaders joked about their viral social media moments and the growing popularity of the “Melodi” trend among internet users.
‘Melodi’ Trend Returns to Spotlight
The nickname “Melodi” emerged from a combination of the names Meloni and Modi and gained traction after several friendly interactions between the two leaders were shared on social media.
The trend received another boost during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Italy earlier this year, when he reportedly gifted Meloni packets of the popular Indian confectionery Parle Melody, playfully referencing the nickname.
The moment quickly went viral, generating millions of views and sparking widespread discussion online.
Social Media Engagement Draws Global Attention
A social media reel featuring the interaction reportedly attracted significant engagement, with millions of likes and hundreds of millions of views across platforms.
The popularity of the “Melodi” phenomenon has led to countless memes, fan edits, and humorous posts from users across different countries.
Supporters view the friendly exchanges as a reflection of strong personal rapport between the leaders and an example of modern public diplomacy.
Diplomacy Alongside Key Global Discussions
While the light-hearted moment attracted attention online, the G7 Summit itself focused on several major global issues, including:
- Global economic cooperation
- Artificial intelligence governance
- International trade
- Energy security
- Ongoing geopolitical challenges
- Global development initiatives
Both India and Italy continue to expand cooperation across trade, technology, manufacturing, energy, and strategic partnerships.
Public Reactions Mixed
The interaction generated varied reactions on social media.
Many users welcomed the exchange and praised the friendly relationship between the two leaders, while others argued that attention should remain focused on substantive policy discussions taking place during the summit.
Regardless of differing views, the “Melodi” trend continues to remain one of the most recognizable social media phenomena involving world leaders.
