Rajkumar Hirani Honored with 2023 National Kishore Kumar Award

Acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani received the Madhya Pradesh government's National Kishore Kumar Award for 2023. The award ceremony was held in Khandwa to honor legend Kishore Kumar's legacy. Hirani acknowledged the singer's influence, expressing gratitude for the recognition linked to the iconic artist. The award includes a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh.

Acclaimed filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani has been awarded the Madhya Pradesh government's prestigious National Kishore Kumar Award for 2023. This announcement was made on Monday by an official source.

The ceremonious event took place on Sunday in Khandwa, the birthplace of the legendary singer Kishore Kumar, where Hirani was honored by MP Tribal Affairs and Bhopal Gas Tragedy Relief and Rehabilitation Minister Vijay Shah.

The award, instituted by the state's Department of Culture, includes a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh and is bestowed alternatively for scriptwriting, direction, and playback singing, reflecting the multifaceted talents of the celebrated Kishore Kumar.

(With inputs from agencies.)