After a career spanning more than 20 years in Bollywood, the Government of India will present Madhuri Dixit with the prestigious Padma Sri Award recognizing her contributions to art & culture in the country. An award presented by the Indian Government to recognize Indian citizens of their contribution in the various categories like Science, Sports, Industry, Education, Arts, Literature, Public life and Social Service, this award is also regarded as the fourth highest award to be given to a civilian rendered by the government.
Madhuri Dixit had dominated the big screens late of 1980s and throughout the 1990s. She was one of the sought after leading ladies of Indian cinema. Not only that she was a great actress, she was also a great dancer. She trained for eight years as a Kathak dancer. Madhuri’s million dollar smiles had won her many hearts that is why she was also a favorite commercial model. Performing many musicals, shooting numerous commercials as well as delivering various critical roles had earned her a significant following. She became one of the most respected and sought after female celebrity in Bollywood. Thus, the Padma Sri award recognizes her significant contribution to the arts, particularly in the film industry
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