Manoj Bajpayee: Padma Shri an honor for his belief | Hindi movie news

The actor Manoj Bajpayee is ecstatic at the fact that his work has been recognized by the "highest post". He said that getting a Padma Shri is an honor for "your journey and your belief".

"It's a huge honor for any professional because it's not an honor for any particular film or performance.It's an honor for your trip, for your belief and your belief that you had them, "said Manoj Saturday after his appointment. for the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honor of the country.

"In addition, for the government, it is a way to recognize his contribution to the cinema.So, yes, I am very happy.My family, my friends and my fans m & # 39; have sent messages, I feel ecstatic that my work has been recognized by the highest office, "he added.

Since debuting in Bollywood in the mid-1990s, the winner of a national award has starred in mainstream and independent films.

Last year, the actor "Bandit Queen" featured in seven films "Aiyaary", "Baaghi 2", "Missing", "Satyameva Jayate", "Gali Guleiyan", "Love Sonia" "and" Bhonsle ".

"I have always been very careful in my career.I do not need to be very careful (after this recognition) .I am known for the work that I do.So the same pattern will continue … choose the films that are close to my heart … that come from my personal belief, "said Manoj.

"People who watch my performances, my films, have been an important support, and they're proud of my filmography and my work, I'm proud of what I've done," he said. he added.

It will be seen soon in "Sonchiriya", which will be released on March 1st. The film takes place in the 1970s and focuses on a small town ruled by dacoits.