Dharmendra, Rajkumar Hirani honoured at 55th Marathi Film Awards

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Mumbai 01-May-2018

Veteran ActorDharmendraand DirectorRajkumarHiraniwere honoured for their contribution to Indian Cinemaat The 55th Marathi Film AwardCeremony 2018 hosted by the Maharashtragovernment here.Dharmendrareceived the Raj KapoorLifetime Achievement Award at the gala on Monday night.He shared screen space with Raj Kapoorin "Mera Naam Joker". When asked about his feeling upon receiving an award in the legendary actor-director's name, Dharmendrasaid: "I have received many awards in my life but this honour is special. I am not only happy from heart but my entire soul is happy. When you take the name of Raj Saab(Raj Kapoor), there is an electrifying feeling in the heart and body."Hirani received The Raj KapoorSpecial Contributions Awardwhile Marathi actors Vijay Chavhanand Mrinal Kulkarniwere also honored for their contribution to Marathi cinema TV actress AnkitaLokhande said: "Today for the first time, I am attending The Marathi Film Awardsceremony. I am thankful for the invitation because I am a Maharashtrian. I like connecting with my Marathi roots because if you see Marathi theatre or films, we have taken our culture way forward so..."Asked if she was willing to work in Marathi films, Ankitasaid: "I really hope to work in Marathi films provided I get a good role."