What did Waheeda Rehman say about the Film Heritage Foundation?

Waheeda Rehman praised the Film Heritage Foundation, saying she is proud that they are going to preserve all of India's movies and photographs forever.

Who received the Outstanding Achievement Award at the workshop?

Robin Baker received the Outstanding Achievement Award for his 35-year-long dedication as a cinephile, film programmer, and champion of archival films.

How is Odia cinema being preserved at the workshop?

The Champion of Film Heritage Award was conferred upon Surya Deo and Sanjoy Patnaik for their work in documenting, preserving, and chronicling the history of Odia cinema.

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Legendary Actress Waheeda Rehman Lauds India's Film Preservation Initiatives

16 Nov

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Legendary actress Waheeda Rehman attends Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop
Film Heritage Foundation recognized for preserving India's cinematic legacy
Awards presented to champions of film heritage preservation

Legendary Actress Waheeda Rehman Lauds India's Film Preservation Initiatives

On November 16, 2025, the 10th Film Preservation and Restoration Workshop India 2025 commenced in Odisha, drawing in cinema legends, dignitaries, and film enthusiasts. The highlight of the opening ceremony was the presence of legendary actress Waheeda Rehman, who lauded the work of the Film Heritage Foundation.

Rehman expressed her pride in the foundation's mission to preserve India's cinematic legacy, stating, "I want to congratulate Film Heritage Foundation for what they are doing... I am so proud of him (FHF Director Shivendra Singh Dungapur) that he is going to preserve all our movies forever... we won't be there but the movies will be there, the photographs will be there."