Mumbai : Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar and actress Juhi Chawla were honoured by the Dadasaheb Phalke Academy at an award ceremony here.
At the 145th edition of the awards, held at Bhaidas Hall in Juhu, Akhtar and Chawala were honoured for their outstanding performances in their respective films Bhaag Milkha Bhaag and Gulaab Gang.
They were happy.
Sharing his excitement, Akhtar said, “I am feeling very happy that this film and my work has been appreciated here at Dadasaheb Phalke (Academy) Awards.”
“It feels very nice to get such a prestigious award in the name of Dadasaheb Phalke, who was the father of Indian cinema.”
Singer Sunidhi Chauhan also received the Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Award for one of her popular songs Kamli from the film Dhoom 3.
Yesteryears’ actor Jeetendra received Dadasaheb Phalke Ratna Award for his contribution to the Indian film industry.
Popular stand-up comedian Kapil Sharma, who has touched new heights of success with his hit comedy show Comedy Nights with Kapil, was also feted. IANS:
