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Iconic Actress Waheeda Rehman Reacts to Dadasaheb Phalke Award: 'A Moment of Great Honor'
In a recent announcement by Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Singh Thakur, veteran actor Waheeda Rehman is set to be honored with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award for her remarkable contributions to Indian cinema. The news of this well-deserved recognition brought joy and gratitude from the legendary actress herself.
Waheeda Rehman expressed her happiness and appreciation for the award, recognizing it as a significant honor from the government. She specifically thanked I&B Minister Anurag Thakur for this recognition.
Reflecting on her career in films, Waheeda Rehman revealed her commitment to promoting progressive ideas and women's empowerment in her work. She emphasized the importance of women being able to pursue their aspirations freely, as historically, women faced many restrictions on education and self-expression.
#WATCH: On being conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, veteran actress Waheeda Rehman says, "I am happy. This is a big award from the government... I want to thank I&B Minister Anurag Thakur for it..." pic.twitter.com/vXVYT6BPFL
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Waheeda Rehman concluded her thoughts by highlighting the immense potential and strength of women, underscoring that they can achieve remarkable success when given the chance and when they put their wholehearted effort into their endeavors.
Furthermore, the timing of the award announcement held special significance, as it coincided with the 100th birthday of the late actor Dev Anand. Waheeda Rehman fondly remembered her early collaboration with Dev Anand, who was her co-star in her first Hindi film.
Waheeda Rehman's illustrious career spans over five decades, during which she has appeared in more than 90 films. Her remarkable achievements include a National Film Award, three Filmfare Awards, the Padma Shri in 1972, and the Padma Bhushan in 2011.
In recent years, Waheeda Rehman's performances in films like 'Rang De Basanti' (2006) and 'Delhi 6' (2009) have continued to earn recognition and praise.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media, expressing his delight at Waheeda Rehman receiving the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award. He praised her as a beacon of talent, dedication, and grace who embodies the best of Indian cinema's heritage.
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