Mumbai: Actress Urvashi Rautela has added another international milestone to her career, claiming to be the first Indian actress to receive a special invitation from FIFA President Gianni Infantino. The development has generated widespread attention on social media, with fans hailing it as a proud moment for Indian representation on the global stage.
During the meeting, Infantino reportedly described Rautela as a “global icon superstar” and expressed his pleasure at meeting her. Images and videos from the interaction quickly gained traction online, drawing praise from her followers.
Over the past few years, Rautela has built a strong international profile through her appearances at major fashion events, entertainment platforms and global gatherings. Her growing presence at high-profile international events has helped establish her as one of India’s most recognisable faces in global entertainment.
Supporters have viewed the interaction with the FIFA President as another significant achievement in her international journey and as a reflection of the increasing global visibility of Indian talent.
While the reported invitation has been widely publicised by Rautela’s team and supporters, FIFA has not independently confirmed the claim that she is the first Indian actress to receive such an invitation.
