- PM Modi and Meloni’s G7 exchange revived ‘Melodi’ trend.
- ‘Melodi’ trend originated at COP28 from Meloni’s selfie.
- Further interactions solidified ‘Melodi’ and bilateral ties.
A brief exchange between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the G7 Summit in France has once again captured the internet’s imagination, reigniting the viral “Melodi” phenomenon that has followed the two leaders for nearly three years. The light-hearted moment unfolded during the traditional leaders’ group photograph at the summit in Evian-les-Bains, where Meloni warmly greeted Modi as dignitaries assembled for the official proceedings.
What followed quickly became one of the most talked-about moments from the gathering, with social media users enthusiastically reviving a nickname that has become synonymous with the leaders’ friendly public interactions.
Meloni’s Remark Steals The Spotlight
As the two leaders met ahead of the group photo session, Meloni greeted the Indian Prime Minister with a cheerful, “Nice to see you again.”
According to videos circulating online, Modi appeared to allude to their popularity on social media. Meloni responded with a remark that immediately drew attention online. “Yeah, we are the most famous couple on Instagram,” said Italian PM.
Modiji and meloni 😍 pic.twitter.com/6iWmtkCIUN
— Jash (@jeetcasm) June 16, 2026
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How The ‘Melodi’ Trend Began
The now-famous “Melodi” nickname emerged during the COP28 climate summit in Dubai in 2023. At the time, Meloni shared a selfie with Modi and captioned it, “Good friends at COP28 #Melodi.” The hashtag quickly gained traction online, combining the surnames of the two leaders into a single viral phrase.
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The trend soon evolved into a recurring internet phenomenon, with virtually every public meeting between Modi and Meloni generating fresh rounds of online engagement.
Viral Moments Keep The Meme Alive
The popularity of “Melodi” has been sustained by a series of friendly interactions between the two leaders.
During the G7 Summit in 2025, Meloni shared a selfie video featuring Modi and captioned it, “Hello, from the Melodi team,” further cementing the nickname’s place in online culture.
Earlier, during Modi’s visit to Rome, the Indian Prime Minister gifted Meloni a packet of Parle’s Melody toffee, a playful nod to the viral moniker. The gesture generated widespread attention after Meloni posted a video of the exchange and thanked him for the gift.
More Than Just An Internet Trend
While the “Melodi” phenomenon is often treated humorously online, observers point out that the warm rapport between Modi and Meloni mirrors increasingly strong ties between India and Italy.
The two countries have expanded cooperation across strategic, economic and geopolitical areas in recent years. Italy has emerged as an important European partner for India, particularly in initiatives linked to connectivity and trade.
Among the key areas of collaboration is the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), a project aimed at strengthening links between Asia, the Middle East and Europe.
