The late Sridevi received an award at the 65th National Film Award for Best Actress (Hindi) for her last film Mom (2017). The Kapoor family was surely overjoyed at the announcement. Janhvi, Khushi and Boney Kapoor shared their happiness in an open letter to the media. Read it below:
We are overjoyed to know that the Jury has conferred the Best Actor Award to Sridevi for her performance in ‘MOM’. It’s a very special moment for all of us.
She was always a perfectionist and it showed in all the 300 plus films she did. She was not just a Super Actor but a Super Wife and a Super Mom.
Its time to celebrate her life and her achievements. She is not with us today but her legacy will always live on.
We thank the Government of India, the Hon’ble Jury Members for this honor. We also take this opportunity to thank all our friends, her fans who have been sending us congratulatory messages.
Thank you,
Janhvi, Khushi & Boney Kapoor
Sridevi left for heavenly abode on February 24, leaving a huge void in the hearts of millions across India. This National Film Award for her last film Mom is a recognition of her versatility and talent as an actress.
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