In a glorious tribute to the legendary actress Madhuri Dixit, the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) honoured her with ‘Special Recognition for Contribution to Bharatiya Cinema’ Award.

With an illustrious career spanning four remarkable decades, Madhuri Dixit has left an indelible mark on the Indian film industry, said Minister for Information & Broadcasting Anurag Singh Thakur yesterday, who, along with his deputy minister Dr. L. Murugan and Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant,  announced the award at the inaugural function of 54th IFFI held at Panaji, Goa yesterday.

“An icon across the ages, Madhuri Dixit has graced our screens with unparalleled talent for four incredible decades”, Thakur posted on X, according to a PTI report from Panaji.

Her ability to bring diverse characters to life has enthralled audiences across generations. The ‘Special Recognition for Contribution to Bharatiya Cinema’ Award stands as a testament to Dixit’s exceptional achievements and her enduring impact on Indian cinema.

A lead actress in Hindi movies of 1980s, 90s and early 2000s, Dixit has received six Filmfare Awards and had been nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Actress a record 14 times. She made her film debut in ‘Abodh’ (1984) and received wider public recognition with ‘Tezaab’ (1988). In 2014 she was appointed the UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in India.

“We are filled with admiration as we present the ‘Special Recognition for Contribution to Bharatiya Cinema’ Award to the talented , charismatic actress who has redefined excellence in cinema, at the 54th International Film Festival of India. A celebration of an extraordinary journey, a tribute to an everlasting legacy,” Thakur said.