Rishi Kapoor to receive Deenanath Mangeshkar Award

Deenanath Mangeshkar award is regarded as one of the most prestigious awards in the film industry and it is named after the late renowned artist Deenanath Mangeshkar, the father of songstress Lata Mangeshkar. This award praises the talent in the field of entertainment and social activities.

As per the reports, the veteran actor Rishi Kapoor is the one, who is being considered for this award. His contribution in the field of entertainment is valuable. His films like \'Bobby\', \'Khel Khel Mein\' and \'Saagar\' are still afresh in the memories of people. He was loved by the audience in his recent films like \'D-Day\' and \'Bewakoofiyaan\'. Apart from Rishi Kapoor, the other eminent theatre and music industry personas, who are going to be honoured with Deenanath Mangeshkar award, are Pandharinath Kolhapure, Zakir Hussain, Shivaji Satam, Mukta Barve and Dinesh Pednekar.

For spreading awareness among people, Anna Hazare will also be receiving this honour.