Raveena Tandon Receives Padma Shri Award for Contributions to Indian Cinema and Arts

Bollywood actress Raveena Tandon was recently awarded the prestigious Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian award in India, at a ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. The award was presented to Tandon by President Droupadi Murmu in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

Expressing her gratitude for the honor, Tandon said, “Thank you so much, Government of India, for acknowledging my contributions, my life, my passion, and purpose — cinema and the arts, that allowed me to contribute, not only to the film industry but beyond.” Tandon is known for her memorable performances in popular Bollywood films such as Mohra, Main Khiladi Tu Anari, Satta, and Shool, among others. She also received praise for her role in the pan-India blockbuster KGF 2.

The Padma Awards, which are given in recognition of exceptional contributions in various fields including art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, and civil service, among others, were announced by the Central government in January. Tandon was among the 106 recipients of the award.

Staff Reporter