Modi–Meloni “Melody toffee” moment goes viral in Rome visit

The moment unfolded when Modi presented Meloni with a packet of “Melody” toffees during his visit, ahead of formal talks in Rome

ROME: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-May 21^st, 2026) A light-hearted exchange between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a visit to Rome has gone viral on social media, generating widespread public reaction, memes, and commercial buzz.

The moment unfolded when Modi presented Meloni with a packet of “Melody” toffees during his visit, ahead of formal talks in Rome. The two leaders were also seen visiting the historic Colosseum and taking selfies as part of an informal interaction.

A video shared by Meloni on social media platform X showed both leaders laughing as she thanked Modi for the gift, captioning the post: “Thank you for the gift.” The clip rapidly gained traction online, crossing millions of views within a short span and being widely circulated across platforms.

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During joint remarks, Meloni described relations between Italy and India as being based on “genuine friendship, mutual respect and trust.” The interaction follows a series of high-level engagements between the two leaders since their meeting at the G20 Summit in New Delhi in 2023, where the “Melodi” social media nickname first gained popularity.

The viral moment sparked extensive engagement online, with the users reacting to the informal exchange and sharing memes across social media platforms.

The incident also drew attention from brands and marketers, with some companies referencing the moment in promotional content while online searches for the “Melody” toffees reportedly increased following the video’s circulation.