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Adivi Sesh Lights Up NYC: Star Leads Indian I-Day Celebrations in Style

Adivi Sesh brought Telugu star power to New York, leading the Indian Independence Day celebrations with iconic moments at the Empire State Building, Times Square, and the India Day Parade.

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Dumtika Editorial

August 13, 2026 · 1 min read

Adivi Sesh Lights Up NYC: Star Leads Indian I-Day Celebrations in Style

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Adivi Sesh illuminated the Empire State Building in Indian tricolour for I-Day.

He joined the Times Square flag-hoisting ceremony with the Consul General.

Sesh led the India Day Parade, greeting over 55 floats and three lakh spectators.

His presence brought Telugu pride to the world’s largest I-Day celebration outside India.

Adivi Sesh, known for his impactful performances in Telugu cinema, recently made waves far from the film sets. As per sources, he was the special guest at New York City’s grand Indian Independence Day festivities, a series of events that have become a major annual highlight for the Indian diaspora in the US.

The celebrations kicked off on August 14th, when Sesh joined the FIA team and the Empire State Building’s CEO to illuminate the iconic skyscraper in the Indian tricolour. The buzz suggests that this moment, with saffron, white, and green lighting up the Manhattan skyline, drew crowds from across the region, all eager to capture the spectacle.

On August 15th, Sesh took part in a vibrant flag-hoisting ceremony at Times Square, standing alongside the Consul General of India. The event was filled with energetic dances and music, reportedly creating a festive atmosphere that resonated with the spirit of the day.

The grand finale came on August 16th, as Sesh led the India Day Parade along Madison Avenue, riding the prestigious America 250 float with elected dignitaries. He greeted each of the 55 parade floats from the podium, with over three lakh spectators lining the streets and waving the tricolour. Industry grapevine has it that Sesh’s presence added a special Telugu touch to the celebrations, making it a memorable showcase of Indian unity and heritage in the heart of New York.

With Adivi Sesh’s growing international profile, the industry is curious to see how such global appearances might influence his next career moves.