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New Zealand PM's Jalebi making video goes viral
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon attended the 2025 Sikh Games in Auckland and partook in the celebration of Indian culture
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Jeffin T. Kaleekal - Tue, 02, Dec 2025
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Christopher Luxon making Jalebis / Christopher Luxon via Instagram
The Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon turned 'halwai' for a day, showcasing his Jalebi making skills at the 2025 Sikh Games held in Auckland, New Zealand.
As his Jalebi making video went viral, social media has already crowned him 'coolest prime minister ever'.
Luxon was joined by local MP Rima Nakhle, celebrating sports, culture and community spirit at the Sikh Games. He posed with members of the diaspora community for photos, presented awards and fully immersed himself in the festivities.
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The highlight of Luxon's evening came when he stepped behind a wok and piped out Jalebi batter into hot oil. His attempt at making spirals of batter in oil was cheered on by the onlookers, as Luxon beamed with joy.
Sharing the experience on Instagram, Luxon humorously said, "Getting amongst it at the Sikh Games in Takanini this afternoon with local MP Rima Nakhle. Good luck to all those competing - and to those who end up eating my attempt at making jalebi!"
Netizens regarded the gesture as a display of community bonding and a symbol of respect for the cultural heritage of the Indian community in New Zealand.
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