<p>Gangtok: Bollywood filmmaker Anurag Basu and actors Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela, who have been shooting for <em>Aashiqui 3 </em>in Sikkim, met Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang at his official residence, according to a CMO statement on Wednesday.</p>.<p>The CM extended his best wishes to the team and presented them with traditional gifts as a token of appreciation for choosing the picturesque Himalayan state for shooting.</p>.<p>During the meeting on Tuesday night, Tamang also assured them of the state government’s continued support for the smooth execution of their project, the statement said.</p>.'Sikandar' box office collection day 2: Salman Khan movie crosses Rs 100 crore .<p>On behalf of his team, Basu thanked the chief minister for his encouragement and acknowledged the cooperation extended by the state government.</p>.<p>Impressed by the enthusiasm of locals, Aariyan highlighted the overwhelming love and support they received from the people, especially during outdoor shoots.</p>.<p>He also extended a special thanks to the Sikkim Police for ensuring the team's security, which enabled it to complete its work smoothly.</p>.<p>Sreeleela said she was captivated by Sikkim’s breathtaking landscapes, rich culture and traditions.</p>.<p>Sharing her excitement, she said these made her first visit to the northeastern state memorable.</p>.<p>The film crew has been shooting in Gangtok and surrounding areas such as Tsomgo Lake and MG Marg for a week. </p>
<p>Gangtok: Bollywood filmmaker Anurag Basu and actors Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela, who have been shooting for <em>Aashiqui 3 </em>in Sikkim, met Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang at his official residence, according to a CMO statement on Wednesday.</p>.<p>The CM extended his best wishes to the team and presented them with traditional gifts as a token of appreciation for choosing the picturesque Himalayan state for shooting.</p>.<p>During the meeting on Tuesday night, Tamang also assured them of the state government’s continued support for the smooth execution of their project, the statement said.</p>.'Sikandar' box office collection day 2: Salman Khan movie crosses Rs 100 crore .<p>On behalf of his team, Basu thanked the chief minister for his encouragement and acknowledged the cooperation extended by the state government.</p>.<p>Impressed by the enthusiasm of locals, Aariyan highlighted the overwhelming love and support they received from the people, especially during outdoor shoots.</p>.<p>He also extended a special thanks to the Sikkim Police for ensuring the team's security, which enabled it to complete its work smoothly.</p>.<p>Sreeleela said she was captivated by Sikkim’s breathtaking landscapes, rich culture and traditions.</p>.<p>Sharing her excitement, she said these made her first visit to the northeastern state memorable.</p>.<p>The film crew has been shooting in Gangtok and surrounding areas such as Tsomgo Lake and MG Marg for a week. </p>