Manoj Kumar to receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2015
Manoj
Kumar, known for featuring in films with patriotic themes, will be
honoured with the 47th Dadasaheb Phalke Award — the country’s highest
cinema award — for the year 2015, the information and broadcasting
ministry announced on Friday. The Indian film fraternity congratulated
the veteran film actor and director, who called the honour a “pleasant
surprise”.
“It’s a pleasant surprise. I was sleeping, and I started getting calls from my friends. I thought they were kidding, but when I read the news myself, I realised that it’s for real,” Manoj Kumar, 78, said.
The coveted award — introduced to commemorate the contribution of ‘Father of Indian Cinema’ Dadasaheb Phalke to showbiz — is conferred by the government of India for outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema. The award consists of a Swarn Kamal (Golden Lotus), a cash prize of Rs1 million (Dh54,829) and a shawl.
“It is certainly one of the most prestigious awards we have. I am extremely satisfied with whatever I have achieved in my life, and my family is extremely happy with this news,” added the actor, whose career began in 1957.
Kumar’s last big-screen appearance was in the 1995 film Maidan-E-Jung. He says he will try to be more active in the film industry now.
“I have been absent from the limelight, and that’s my mistake. I have been wanting to make a movie and will soon make one as I want to be more active [in the movie business],” he said.
Industry members are joyous that a deserving candidate is getting the award.
Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar tweeted: “Congratulations to the veteran actor-filmmaker Manoj Kumar ji for prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Much deserving.” Veteran filmmaker Amit Khanna said: “Congratulations Manoj Kumar on winning a richly deserved Dadasaheb Phalke Award for your outstanding contribution to Indian cinema.”
Kunal Kohli said: “Finally, Manoj Kumar to get Dadasaheb Phalke Award. I am so happy. My guru.”
Actor Anupam Kher congratulated the senior actor, and wrote on social media: “Your films taught us what it means to love your country. Jai Ho.:) #Patriotism”; and filmmaker Ashoke Pandit said: “Heartfelt congratulations to my childhood icon Shri Manoj Kumar on being conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke award.”
Born in July 1937, in Abbottabad, then part of pre-independent India, Manoj Kumar shifted to Delhi when he was 10. After graduating from Hindu College, University of Delhi, he decided to enter the film industry.
After debuting in Fashion, he got his first lead role in Kaanch Ki Gudia in 1960. And his image as the patriotic hero started with the 1965 film Shaheed, based on the life of freedom fighter Bhagat Singh.
After the Indo-Pakistan War of 1965, Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri asked him to create a film based on the popular slogan Jai Jawan Jai Kissan [Hail the soldiers and farmers]. The result was Kumar’s directorial debut, Upkar (1967). The film helped him bag the National Film Award, and it was also the first time that he took on the screen name Bharat — which he used in multiple films thereafter.
Kumar is best known for his films Hariyali Aur Raasta, Woh Kaun Thi, Himalaya Ki God Mein, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan and Kranti. He was also honoured with a Padma Shri — India’s fourth highest civilian award, conferred by the government — in 1992.
“It’s a pleasant surprise. I was sleeping, and I started getting calls from my friends. I thought they were kidding, but when I read the news myself, I realised that it’s for real,” Manoj Kumar, 78, said.
The coveted award — introduced to commemorate the contribution of ‘Father of Indian Cinema’ Dadasaheb Phalke to showbiz — is conferred by the government of India for outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema. The award consists of a Swarn Kamal (Golden Lotus), a cash prize of Rs1 million (Dh54,829) and a shawl.
“It is certainly one of the most prestigious awards we have. I am extremely satisfied with whatever I have achieved in my life, and my family is extremely happy with this news,” added the actor, whose career began in 1957.
Kumar’s last big-screen appearance was in the 1995 film Maidan-E-Jung. He says he will try to be more active in the film industry now.
“I have been absent from the limelight, and that’s my mistake. I have been wanting to make a movie and will soon make one as I want to be more active [in the movie business],” he said.
Industry members are joyous that a deserving candidate is getting the award.
Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar tweeted: “Congratulations to the veteran actor-filmmaker Manoj Kumar ji for prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Much deserving.” Veteran filmmaker Amit Khanna said: “Congratulations Manoj Kumar on winning a richly deserved Dadasaheb Phalke Award for your outstanding contribution to Indian cinema.”
Kunal Kohli said: “Finally, Manoj Kumar to get Dadasaheb Phalke Award. I am so happy. My guru.”
Actor Anupam Kher congratulated the senior actor, and wrote on social media: “Your films taught us what it means to love your country. Jai Ho.:) #Patriotism”; and filmmaker Ashoke Pandit said: “Heartfelt congratulations to my childhood icon Shri Manoj Kumar on being conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke award.”
Born in July 1937, in Abbottabad, then part of pre-independent India, Manoj Kumar shifted to Delhi when he was 10. After graduating from Hindu College, University of Delhi, he decided to enter the film industry.
After debuting in Fashion, he got his first lead role in Kaanch Ki Gudia in 1960. And his image as the patriotic hero started with the 1965 film Shaheed, based on the life of freedom fighter Bhagat Singh.
After the Indo-Pakistan War of 1965, Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri asked him to create a film based on the popular slogan Jai Jawan Jai Kissan [Hail the soldiers and farmers]. The result was Kumar’s directorial debut, Upkar (1967). The film helped him bag the National Film Award, and it was also the first time that he took on the screen name Bharat — which he used in multiple films thereafter.
Kumar is best known for his films Hariyali Aur Raasta, Woh Kaun Thi, Himalaya Ki God Mein, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan and Kranti. He was also honoured with a Padma Shri — India’s fourth highest civilian award, conferred by the government — in 1992.
Veteran star Manoj Kumar feels 'pleasantly surprised' with Dadasaheb Phalke Award announcement!
Superstar of his times and an inspiration to many generations, Bollywood actor Manoj Kumar will be conferred with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema.
Manoj Kumar is 'pleasantly surprised' to hear the news. According to a report in IANS, the actor stated, ''It’s a pleasant surprise. I was sleeping, and I started getting calls from my friends. I thought they were kidding, but when I read the news myself, I realised that it's for real,''.
The award consists of a Swarn Kamal (Golden Lotus), a cash prize of Rs.10 lakh and a shawl.
The 78-year-old actor further added, ''It is certainly one of the most prestigious awards we have. I am extremely satisfied with whatever I have achieved in my life, and my family is extremely happy with this news,''.
Manoj Kumar began his career in 1957 and became a cult with his vision, direction and acting prowess. He is remembered for his films "Hariyali Aur Raasta", "Woh Kaun Thi", "Himalaya Ki God Mein", "Roti Kapda Aur Makaan", and "Kranti".
Manoj Kumar is 'pleasantly surprised' to hear the news. According to a report in IANS, the actor stated, ''It’s a pleasant surprise. I was sleeping, and I started getting calls from my friends. I thought they were kidding, but when I read the news myself, I realised that it's for real,''.
The award consists of a Swarn Kamal (Golden Lotus), a cash prize of Rs.10 lakh and a shawl.
The 78-year-old actor further added, ''It is certainly one of the most prestigious awards we have. I am extremely satisfied with whatever I have achieved in my life, and my family is extremely happy with this news,''.
Manoj Kumar began his career in 1957 and became a cult with his vision, direction and acting prowess. He is remembered for his films "Hariyali Aur Raasta", "Woh Kaun Thi", "Himalaya Ki God Mein", "Roti Kapda Aur Makaan", and "Kranti".
Manoj Kumar to receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2015
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