Influential Indian figures have found their way to the prestigious Madame Tussauds wax museum in the past. Joining the line-up of global leaders at not one, but four Madame Tussauds attractions is beloved Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His wax statue will be the attraction of the museum in London, Singapore, Hong Kong and Bangkok this April.
Global Head of Media Relations, Kieran Lancini called him an important figure in world politics. “Prime Minister Modi is a hugely important figure in world politics, a position supported by his place in the top ten of Time Magazine's Person of the Year List 2015. His massive social media presence, he is currently the second most followed politician on Twitter after President Obama.” She added, “We are delighted to be including the Prime Minister's figure in our attractions in London, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Bangkok.”
Modi was involved in the making of the figure since earlier this year and gave a sitting to the artists from the museum. His figures will be dressed in his signature kurta in cream colour, with a jacket. He will be featured in a traditional 'namaste' gestured pose. Regarding the statue, Modi humbly said, “Madame Tussauds has crafter figures of very distinguished dignitaries from around the world. How could I regard myself worthy of being alongside them? But when I was informed that the decision had emanated from public opinion and public sentiment, I was comforted. During my sitting, I observed the team carefully and was deeply impressed by its dedication, professionalism and skill. I have visited Madame Tussauds three or four times and had the pleasure of getting myself photographed standing next to the figures of various dignitaries.”
Each figure took a team of talented artists four months and cost £150,000 equivalent to create.
