Shekhar Kapur Thanks PM Narendra Modi After Receiving Padma Bhushan, Calls It 'Greatest Honour'
Shekhar Kapur received the Padma Bhushan from President Droupadi Murmu. He expressed gratitude on social media, calling it one of the greatest honours of his life.
Shekhar Kapur has been awarded the Padma Bhushan, India's third-highest civilian honour, for his remarkable work in Indian and international cinema. He received the award from President Droupadi Murmu on Monday, April 28. The veteran filmmaker has now expressed his heartfelt gratitude after being conferred with the prestigious award. Taking to social media, Kapur shared a photo of himself from the big moment and penned a touching note.
Shekhar Kapur took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to write, 'This medal represents amongst the greatest honours of my life. The #Padmabhushan conferred upon me by the President of India yesterday. Thank you Government of India for considering me worthy of this @narendramodi #padmaawards."
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This medal represents amongst the greatest honours of my life. The #Padmabhushan conferred upon me by the President of India yesterday. Thank you 🙏🏽 Government of India for considering me worthy of this @narendramodi #padmaawards pic.twitter.com/HXuVKIF0vF — Shekhar Kapur (@shekharkapur) April 29, 2025
As Shekhar Kapur walked up to the stage to receive his Padma Bhushan, his wife proudly cheered him on. With a career spanning over fifty years, Kapur is known for his bold storytelling, rich historical narratives, and deep exploration of human emotions.
Shekhar Kapur is one of the most internationally recognized Indian filmmakers, known for creating several iconic masterpieces in Indian cinema. He first gained attention with his role in the television series Khandaan (1985). His directorial debut came with Masoom (1983), a heartfelt family drama that highlighted his deep understanding of human relationships. The film's success was further enhanced by Gulzar's screenplay and R.D. Burman's memorable music.
In 1987, Shekhar Kapur directed Mr. India, a sci-fi adventure that became a cultural phenomenon. The film introduced the iconic villain Mogambo, played by Amrish Puri, and is still remembered for its innovative special effects and unforgettable dialogues.
Kapur's international breakthrough came with Bandit Queen (1994), a hard-hitting biographical film about the infamous outlaw Phoolan Devi. The film was featured in the Directors' Fortnight at the Cannes Film Festival and won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film.
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