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Waheeda Rehman happy and thrilled with debut Centenary award at IFFI
Veteran actress Waheeda Rehman got a standing ovation as she received the inaugural Centenary Award for Indian Film Personality of the Year at the opening ceremony of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) here.
The 77-year-old actress received a standing ovation as she was felicitated on-stage by Bollywood star Rani Mukerji in recognition of her unparalleled contribution to Indian cinema.
The Government of India has instituted the award to commemorate 100 years of Indian Cinema and Rehman said she is thrilled to be the first recipient of this prestigious honour.
"I am really humbled to receive such a great honour. I would like to thank the jury who suggested my name. I would like to thank all the people who I have worked with so far. My directors, producers, make-up artistes, technicians. Thank you for a wonderful journey," an emotional Rehman said after receiving the honour.
Rehman, who is known for her memorable performance in classics like 'Pyaasa', 'Kaagaz Ke Phool', 'Guide' and 'Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam', was awarded with a citation, a certificate, a medal (silver peacock), a shawl and a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh.
Several Bollywood stars, who attended the glitzy ceremony, congratulated the Rehman for her her long innings in cinema.
Singer Asha Bhonsle, who has sung for Rehman in several movies, said the actress deserved this laurel.
"I am very happy for Waheedaji. She is getting this prestigious award and she completely deserves it," Bhonsle said, adding 'Bhawra bada nadan hain' is her favourite song by her picturised on Rehman in 'Sahib, Bibi Aur Ghulam'.
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