Indian Cinema Icon Waheeda Rehman To Receive Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has revealed that the esteemed Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award for this year will be bestowed upon the veteran actress, Waheeda Rehman .
This iconic performer has graced the silver screen with her talent, leaving an indelible mark through her roles in timeless classics like ‘ Guide ’ and ‘Reshma Aur Shera ’.
Anurag Thakur 's Heartfelt Announcement
On a momentous Tuesday, the Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Anurag Thakur, took to the digital stage of X (formerly Twitter) to share the exhilarating news. In a heartfelt tweet, he exclaimed, “I feel an immense sense of happiness and honour in announcing that Waheeda Rehman ji is being bestowed with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award this year for her stellar contribution to Indian Cinema.”
Celebrating Waheeda Rehman's Iconic Roles
Waheeda ji 's career in the world of Hindi cinema has been nothing short of remarkable. She has graced the silver screen with her presence in iconic films such as Pyaasa, Kaagaz ke Phool, Chaudhavi Ka Chand, Saheb Biwi Aur Ghulam, Guide, Khamoshi, and many others. Her performances have been critically acclaimed, earning her numerous accolades and awards.
Waheeda ji 's career in the world of Hindi cinema has been nothing short of remarkable. She has graced the silver screen with her presence in iconic films such as Pyaasa, Kaagaz ke Phool, Chaudhavi Ka Chand, Saheb Biwi Aur Ghulam, Guide, Khamoshi, and many others. Her performances have been critically acclaimed, earning her numerous accolades and awards.
A Legacy of Dedication and Excellence
With a career spanning over five decades, Waheeda Rehman has consistently portrayed her roles with finesse and dedication. Her exceptional portrayal of a clanswoman in the film Reshma and Shera earned her a National Film Award.
She is also a proud recipient of the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awards, exemplifying the qualities of a Bharatiya Nari who achieves the highest level of professional excellence through unwavering hard work.
Anurag added, “Waheeda ji has been critically acclaimed for her roles in Hindi films, prominent among them, Pyaasa, Kaagaz ke Phool, Chaudhavi Ka Chand, Saheb Biwi Aur Ghulam, Guide, Khamoshi and several others.
In her career spanning over 5 decades, she has essayed her roles with extreme finesse, leading to a National Film Award for her role as a clanswoman in the film Reshma and Shera. A Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan awardee, Waheeda ji has exemplified dedication, commitment and the strength of a Bharatiya Nari who can achieve the highest level of professional excellence with her hard work.”
A Storied Career- From Telugu Debut to Iconic Hindi Films
Waheeda Rehman's journey in cinema began with her debut in the Telugu film ‘Rojulu Marayi’ in 1955. Over the years, she has graced the silver screen in numerous unforgettable roles, including Pyaasa (1957), Guide (1965), Khamoshi (1969), Phagun (1973), Kabhi Kabhie (1976), Chandni (1989), Lamhe (1991), Rang De Basanti (2006), Delhi 6 (2009), and many more. Her cinematic contributions continue to inspire and enrich Indian cinema.