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Tamil model and influencer Nejm (@keepinitnejm) has gone viral after a clip of her explaining Bharatanatyam mudras to international celebrity Rihanna was shared on social media. The encounter took place at the Fenty Beauty event in Mumbai on April 24-25, 2026, during Rihanna's visit.
In the viral video (more than 5.6 m views), Nejm breaks down classical dance hand gestures and expressions shown through the eyes—proud moments for showcasing Tamil Nadu's vibrant culture on an international stage. Rihanna was keenly absorbing the mudras.
Nejm is a fierce and body-positive rapper and model who hails from Chennai and is a small-town Tamil girl. She was crowned Vogue India's Model of the Year 2015. Her rise from humble beginnings to high fashion, and now this viral exchange of cultures, has been inspirational for many. Her fans are celebrating, with many claiming it is a great victory for South Indians. The clips are still massively popular on Instagram and YouTube.
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