New Delhi, March 10 Veteran actor and thespian Amol Palekar will receive the META Lifetime Achievement Award at the 21st edition of the Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards here, recognizing his extraordinary contribution to Indian theatre and cinema," the organizers announced on Tuesday.
"Over a career spanning several decades, Palekar has been celebrated for his distinctive artistic voice and his commitment to storytelling across stage and screen. His work as an actor, director, and creative visionary has left a lasting impact on contemporary Indian performance," read a statement from META.
Known for his "everyman" persona, Palekar rose to stardom in the 1970s with films like "Chhoti Si Baat", "Chitchor", "Baaton Baaton Mein", and "Gol Maal".
"We are honored to present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Amol Palekar, whose extraordinary contribution to theatre, cinema, and the arts has inspired generations. Through META, we remain committed to supporting artists and providing a platform where diverse voices and narratives can be experienced, celebrated, and shared with wider audiences," Jay Shah, Vice President and Head - Cultural Outreach, Mahindra Group, told