Mumbai: With three hit movies in a row, Ali Zafar has earned himself immense respect and goodwill in Bollywood in just over two years. Having nominated for several awards last year, it was this year that there is good news for the nation. This talented actor has received a Phalke Academy Award from the ‘143rd Dadasaheb Phalke Academy Awards’ ceremony.
Addressing to the ceremony at Mumbai’s Tulip Star, Juhu, the star actor and singer said that he started his career from Pakistan.
“I am very grateful to Pakistani nation who supported me,” he said adding that due to their support and love he was able to reach this level.
He further said that he would be shooting his next comedy film with Rishie Kapoor and Anupum Kher in the upcoming month.
Some of the other prominent stars who were given awards at this 143rd event were Waheeda Rehman, Tanuja, Saira Banu and Vidya Balan.
This event is held annually regarding the celebration of Dada Saheb Phalke Jayanti where most senior members of various craft of film production sector including producers, distributors, exhibitors and actors are honoured by presenting trophies for their outstanding services to the film Industry. It is a prestigious event for Indian cinema and every Bollywood actor dreams of being honoured with Phalke.
Dadasaheb Phalke is known as the pioneer of the Indian film industry. He made the first Indian motion picture ‘Raja Harishchandra’ in the year 1913.
Re: Ali Zafar wins Phalke!
well done and congrats ali.
Re: Ali Zafar wins Phalke!
source of the news. Is it true?
Re: Ali Zafar wins Phalke!
I dont think so...he is nominated for stardust award....
and dada saheb falke is too much prestigious awards it takes years for very well established actors to win it...
Re: Ali Zafar wins Phalke!
^^
news is true,he got it as a newcomer
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