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Marathi Cinema Icon Prasad Oak Wins Special Award
10 Sep
Summary
- Prasad Oak received the K. V. Shantaram Vishesh Yogdan Puraskar 2026.
- The award recognizes his significant contributions to Marathi cinema.
- Oak dedicated the honor to directors who shaped his career.
Renowned artist Prasad Oak has been bestowed with the K. V. Shantaram Vishesh Yogdan Puraskar 2026, recognizing his special contribution to Marathi cinema. The 62nd Maharashtra State Marathi Film Awards Presentation Ceremony celebrated Oak's remarkable career, acknowledging his versatility as an actor, director, and filmmaker.
Oak shared his emotional response to receiving the award, particularly in the 125th birth anniversary year of Shankarrao Bapu and as he approaches his 125th film. He expressed deep gratitude towards the Maharashtra Government's Cultural Affairs Department and dedicated the honor to every director who has offered him opportunities throughout his journey.
The ceremony gathered prominent figures from the Marathi film industry, highlighting the collective appreciation for outstanding talent and significant contributions to cinema. Oak's dedication to impactful storytelling and his artistic vision were noted as key factors in his widespread acclaim.
