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Javed Akhtar Honors Theatre Legend in Lucknow
6 Apr
Summary
- Javed Akhtar attended a ceremony honoring Shankar Dayal Tewari.
- Veteran actor Anil Rastogi was honored with the Padma Shri.
- The event celebrated Lucknow's rich cultural and theatre heritage.
Lucknow recently hosted the 36th commemorative ceremony celebrating the 105th birth anniversary of theatre personality Comrade Shankar Dayal Tewari. The event, organized by the Urdu Academy, saw the presence of noted screenwriter, lyricist, and poet Javed Akhtar, alongside numerous academicians, historians, and theatre practitioners.
Veteran theatre and film actor Dr. Anil Rastogi, a recent Padma Shri awardee, was honored by Javed Akhtar for his significant contributions to Indian theatre. This segment highlighted the evening's focus on recognizing artistic excellence within the community.
During a prominent session, Javed Akhtar reminisced about his early days in Lucknow. He engaged the audience with anecdotes, reflecting on literature, language, and society, all deeply connected to the city's cultural fabric.
Atul Tewari, son of the late Shankar Dayal Tewari, spoke about his father's enduring legacy, emphasizing that his work extended beyond the stage to preserving a unique cultural tradition. The event concluded with an interactive question-and-answer segment, where Akhtar addressed audience queries.
