Manoj Bajpayee talks about his victory at Padma Shri: My career has been long and hard won | Bollywood

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

"It's a great honor for any professional, because it's not an honor for a particular film or performance. It's an honor for your trip, for your conviction and your conviction, "said Manoj Saturday, a day after the name of Padma Shri, the country's fourth-highest civilian honor.

" For the government, it's also a way to recognize his contribution to the cinema. So yes, I am very happy. My family, my friends and my fans have sent me messages. I am delighted that my work has been recognized by the highest authority, "he added.

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Since then. In his Bollywood debut in the mid-1990s, the winner of the national award 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've always been very careful with my career. I do not need to be very careful (after this recognition). I am known for the work I do. So, the same pattern will continue … by choosing the films that are important to me … that come from my personal belief, "said Manoj.

"People watching my performances, my films, have been a great support. If they're proud of my filmography and my work, I'm proud of what I've done, "he added.

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

Meanwhile, singer-songwriter Shankar Mahadevan said he felt honored and honored to be chosen for the Padma Shri and dedicated the country's fourth highest civilian honor to his musical partners Ehsaan Noorani and Loy. Mendonsa. "I am humble and honored. I think it's one of the biggest civilian rewards that we can get. Now, I have the responsibility to make good music, "he said.

Mahadevan, Ehsaan and Loy gave Bollywood many hit songs for movies like Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, My Name Is Khan, Lakshya and Kashmir Mission, among others

Published: Jan. 26, 2019 14:12 IST