Eminent actor Amitabh Bachchan has taken to social media to express his profound gratitude for receiving the esteemed Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award in recognition of his remarkable contributions to the field of cinema. The award ceremony was held on the auspicious day commemorating the memory of Deenanath Mangeshkar, the acclaimed theatre-music veteran and father of the legendary Mangeshkar siblings.
In a heartfelt caption accompanying a photograph capturing the moment he received the prestigious award from Usha Mangeshkar, sister of the late iconic singer Lata Mangeshkar, Bachchan expressed his overwhelming appreciation: “Aabhaar aur mera param saubhagya.” (Gratitude and my utmost privilege).
The esteemed event was graced by the presence of esteemed personalities from the entertainment industry, including actor Randeep Hooda and actress Padmini Kolhapure, who shared the stage with Bachchan. Notably, music maestro A.R. Rahman was also honoured with the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award for his significant contributions to the field of music. Other distinguished recipients of the award included Randeep, Ashok Saraf, and renowned playback singer Roopkumar Rathod.
The Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award stands as a testament to the profound impact and enduring legacy of the legendary singer and her family in the realm of Indian cinema and music.
