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“One of the Greatest Honours of My Life”: Shekhar Kapur Reflects on Receiving the Padma Bhushan

"One of the Greatest Honours of My Life": Shekhar Kapur Reflects on Receiving the Padma Bhushan

Veteran filmmaker Shekhar Kapur took to social media to express his heartfelt gratitude after being awarded the Padma Bhushan by the President of India. Sharing a photograph of the prestigious medal, Kapur called it “amongst the greatest honours” of his life. His post captured both the emotional weight of the moment and his deep appreciation for the recognition.

 

 

“This medal represents amongst the greatest honours of my life,” Kapur wrote in his post. “The #Padmabhushan conferred upon me by the President of India yesterday. Thank you Government of India for considering me worthy of this @narendramodi #padmaawards.” The image of the medal alongside his words quickly garnered widespread praise and congratulatory messages from fans, colleagues, and members of the film fraternity.

 

The honor was presented to Kapur during a formal ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where President Droupadi Murmu awarded him in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. The moment marked a significant milestone in the filmmaker’s career, which has spanned decades and left a lasting mark on both Indian and global cinema.

 

Best known for films like Bandit Queen, Elizabeth, and Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Kapur’s storytelling has often blended artistic depth with social and historical relevance. His recognition with the Padma Bhushan not only acknowledges his creative achievements but also his role in bringing Indian narratives to the world stage.

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"One of the Greatest Honours of My Life": Shekhar Kapur Reflects on Receiving the Padma Bhushan

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