IFFI 2023: ‘I am honoured…’, Madhuri Dixit receives IFFI 2023 special recognition for contribution to Indian cinema

Bollywood diva Madhuri Dixit. His dancing has always captivated his fans. He is equally appreciated not only in the country but also abroad. This time again the acclaimed actress at the International Film Festival of India. IFFI honored him with a special recognition for his contribution to Indian cinema. Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur praised Madhuri Dixit for her ‘unparalleled talent’. His bag of honor is always full. He has given some movies to Bollywood, which have impressed every generation.

Anurag wrote in X, ‘He has entertained the audience for an age. One such icon is actress Madhuri Dixit. Who has captivated everyone with his unparalleled talent for four decades. From Nisha to Chandramukhi, the royal Begum Para to the indomitable tenacity, her multifaceted talents know no bounds. Today, we present the ‘Special Recognition for Contribution to Indian Cinema’ award to the talented, charismatic actress who redefined excellence in cinema at the 54th International Film Festival of India. We are filled with His praise. Going to celebrate a wonderful journey. All respect and love for this eternal moment.’

He further said, ‘Today we are delighted to confer the ‘Special Recognition for Contribution to Indian Cinema’ award to this talented actress at the 54th International Film Festival. India has such a talented actress who has impressed everyone time and again. Celebrating a remarkable journey, a moment that will be cherished and loved forever.’

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Madhuri Dixit reacted after receiving such a great honor. He said, ‘I am very honored to receive this award. Such awards always encourage and motivate us to do better.’ Madhuri’s fans were also taken aback by this honour. Everyone is very happy. And even today he deserves the honor, many have said.

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Sara Ali Khan, Pankaj Tripathi, Vijay Sethupathi, Sunny Deol, Karan Johar, Shreya Ghoshal, Shantanu Maitra and Sukhvinder Singh were among the guest list for the day’s event.

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British film ‘Catching Dust’ will be shown as the opening film of the 54th IFFI and ‘The Featherweight’ as the closing film, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting said.