‘Chai Pe Charcha’ With Xi, Putin: Unseen Footage From BRICS Summit Show PM Modi’s Moments With Leaders | Watch

Last Updated:September 14, 2026, 11:34 IST

The 18th BRICS Summit hosted by India concluded Sunday at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with several world leaders marking their participation in the two-day event

A visual from the 18th BRICS Summit (Photo: X/narendramodi)

The 18th BRICS Summit hosted by India concluded Sunday at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with several world leaders marking their participation in the two-day event. Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian were among those in attendance.

Unseen footage from the summit has now surfaced, capturing rare yet light-hearted moments between the dignitaries present at the BRICS Summit. The video showed the leaders beaming, chit-chatting, and exchanging warm handshakes.

A snippet from the clip showed Prime Minister Narendra Modi sipping tea with Putin and Xi, as the trio was seen engaged in discussions. The video also featured a cordial moment between PM Modi and Iran’s President Pezeshkian, with the two leaders seen embracing each other.

The Prime Minister was seen sharing smiles with Xi and Putin. He was seen holding the hands of the two leaders. At one point, PM Modi and the Russian leader were seen looking at a floral rangoli at the venue.

As the clip proceeds, the Prime Minister along with the Chinese President were seen admiring a traditional Indian painting.

PM Modi was also captured speaking to South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, with the two leaders sharing smiles.

BRICS Summit 2026

The 18th BRICS Summit, which was held on September 12-13 at Bharat Mandapam, saw the presence of various foreign dignitaries, including, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto among others.

In an address at the BRICS Summit, PM Modi said that the “weaponisation of technology and critical minerals” could hinder shared progress and prosperity.

Expressing concern over the current geopolitical situation, the Prime Minister noted that increasing global tensions are adversely impacting ordinary lives globally.

PM Modi stressed that BRICS nations must unite to address these challenges and drive inclusive growth, particularly across the Global South.

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Where was the 18th BRICS Summit held and which world leaders attended the event?

The 18th BRICS Summit was hosted by India at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on September 12-13, 2026. The event saw the participation of several prominent world leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto.

What key concerns did PM Modi raise in his address at the 2026 BRICS Summit?

During his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed concern over the current geopolitical situation, noting that rising global tensions are adversely affecting ordinary lives worldwide. He warned that the “weaponisation of technology and critical minerals” could hinder shared progress and prosperity. To address these challenges and drive inclusive growth, particularly across the Global South, PM Modi stressed that BRICS nations must unite.

What notable interactions between PM Modi, Xi Jinping, and Vladimir Putin were captured at the BRICS Summit?

Unseen footage and photos from the summit captured warm, light-hearted moments, including PM Modi sipping tea with President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin during a “Chai Pe Charcha”. The leaders were seen smiling, chatting, and holding hands. Additionally, PM Modi was seen looking at a floral rangoli with Putin and admiring a traditional Indian painting alongside Xi.

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