Apple, the world-famous technology company, has opened its first retail store in India, in Mumbai. The major launch ceremony commemorated Apple's 25th anniversary in the country. The presence of Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, as well as some of the top celebrities from the Indian cinema, business, and technology industries, drew the attention of the media and netizens to the shop launch event.
Tim Cook, Apple's CEO, was seen having an amazing time in India as he bonded with several notable Bollywood celebs and popular figures from the business and technological platforms.
Madhuri Dixit Nene, a Bollywood star, was seen connecting with him and treating him to Mumbai's famous Vada Pav. The actress, who posted a candid photo of herself with Tim Cook on social media, commented, "Can't think of a better welcome to Mumbai than Vada Pav!"
In the photo, the duo is seen chatting while eating vada pav and other classic Mumbai conversation food. Tim Cook wore a white polo neck t-shirt, while Madhuri Dixit Nene wore a modest mauve chikankari kurti. The Apple CEO, who was overjoyed with the warm greeting, posted Madhuri's post on Twitter with the description, "Thanks @madhuridixit for introducing me to my very first Vada Pav — it was delicious!"
Several Bollywood celebs like Raveena Tandon, AR Rahman, Mouni Roy, Suraj Nambiar, singer Armaan Malik, and Farah Khan Ali, among others, arrived at the private store launch event. Celebrities took to their social media handles and shared some pics with the Apple CEO.
Raveena Tandon took to her Instagram account and shared a string of pictures from the event which she captioned, “A night out at @apple .. #timcook.”
Armaan Malik shared a selfie with Tim on his Instagram and captioned it, “Met two legends and saw my song Sun Maahi at the launch of India’s first Apple store! What a lovely evening.”
AR Rahman shared a picture and captioned it, “What are we talking about? Any guesses? @apple #timcook #applestoremumbai.”
Mouni Roy shared some pictures and wrote, “You often find yourself thinking about being a brand especially in this day and age. Lucky to have met the man that runs one of the most iconic brands from my generation. #timcook @apple.”
Neha Dhupia shared a pic and wrote,' What a store … what a story #timcook @apple #shotoniphone14promax"
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