Padma Shri Anup Jalota And Several Others Honored With The 7th Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2026

Padma Shri Bhajan Samrat Anup Jalota, Dilip Sen, Sunil Pal, Tarannum Malik Jain, Dr. Sunil B. Gaekwad, Dr. Aditya Singhania, Dr. Yogesh Lakhani, author Deepak Desai, and many others received awards

Mumbai, May 4, 2026. On the occasion of Dr. Krishna Chouhan’s birthday, a grand celebration of the 7th Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2026 was held at the Classic Raheja Club in Andheri West, a renowned suburb of Mumbai. Presented by KCF, this awards ceremony honored personalities who have established their distinctive identity in the film industry. Organized by Dr. Krishna Chouhan, the awards ceremony was attended by numerous personalities, including Padma Shri Bhajan Samrat Anup Jalota, Dilip Sen, Sunil Pal, Tarannum Malik Jain, and others.

On this occasion, Chief Guest Bhajan Samrat Anup Jalota congratulated Dr. Krishna Chouhan on his birthday. Dr. Krishna Chouhan’s birthday was also celebrated by cutting a magnificent cake on stage.

Notable among the recipients of this prestigious award was Deepak Desai, a renowned poet and writer from Gujarat. He expressed his gratitude to Krishna Chouhan and extended warm birthday wishes to him.

Dr. Aditya Singhania, Pawan Todi (in the role of Mahatma Gandhi), singer N.K. Naresh, singer Sagar Acharya, RJ Aarti (also hosted by RJ Aarti), Gopal Suthar, child artist Goonj Sandeep Patil, model Beauty Chaddha, model Vaishali, ASI Captain Moin, director D.P. Singh (Dev), actor Akash Vaidya, Azam Khan from Delhi, singer and model Ruhi Jain, Kiran J. Parmar, actor Shantanu Bhamre, writer P.K. Gupta, lyricist Vicky Nagar, music composers Vaishnav Deva, Agastya Kumar, and singer Mohan Krishnamurthy were also honored.

Director and producer Dheeraj Kumar’s son, Ashutosh Kochhar, was also honored with the Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2026.

Riyazuddin Saifi, Malcom Bhaya, Bheru Jain, singers Sameer Saeed, Dilip Patel, Dr. Sunil B. Gaekwad’s friends Simran and Kuntal Arora (artists) from Pune, Dr. Sunil B. Gaekwad’s friend, actress Gayatri Anil Kumar from Nagpur, and Anup Jalota was accompanied by Apoorva Khandelwal, an entrepreneur and IP expert.

Chief Guest Padmashree Anup Jalota said that Dr. Krishna Chouhan honors artists and technicians from various fields with this award. He encourages them and makes their achievements known to the world. This is a very good work by Dr. Krishna Chauhan.  On his birthday, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to him and pray to God that he may live a hundred years and remain healthy.”

This was the 7th season of this awards ceremony. Dr. Krishna Chouhan’s birthday was also celebrated, making it a double celebration. Many famous personalities were specially present on this occasion.

Dr. Krishna Chouhan expressed special gratitude to Yogesh Lakhani of Bright Outdoor Media for his continued support. Bright installs LED billboards for the awards ceremony across Mumbai.

The grandeur of this seventh grand awards ceremony for film producer and director Krishna Chouhan was remarkable. Held under the banner of KCF, this awards ceremony proved to be a memorable event for Bollywood, remembering Dadasaheb Phalke.

Director and king of awards ceremonies, Dr. Krishna Chouhan has been organizing this award ceremony, along with the Bollywood Iconic Award, Bollywood Legend Award, Nari Shakti Samman, Rashtriya Ratna Samman, and Mahatma Gandhi Ratna Award.

This glittering awards ceremony was presented by the Krishna Chouhan Foundation.  Famous Bollywood celebrities attended the event and were honoured with the Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award-2026.

 

Padma Shri Anup Jalota And Several Others Honored With The 7th Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2026

Dr. Sanjay Kumar Honoured With Bharat Gaurav Samman For Outstanding Contribution To Sports And Society

New Delhi: Renowned sports mentor and social reformer Dr. Sanjay Kumar has been conferred with the prestigious Bharat Gaurav Samman in recognition of his exceptional contribution to sports, youth development, and social upliftment. The award was bestowed upon him after observing his lifelong dedication and impactful work in transforming the lives of underprivileged children through sports.

Rising from extreme poverty, Dr. Kumar devoted nearly three decades to coaching and mentoring young athletes across multiple disciplines including volleyball, kabaddi, athletics, baseball, mallakhamb, ball badminton, and indigenous games. He has trained more than 5,000 children, produced 500–600 national-level players, and guided over 2,000 athletes to national tournaments.

Beyond sports training, Dr. Kumar has played a vital role in rehabilitating drug-affected youth, empowering girls, and promoting inclusive sports for differently-abled athletes. His initiatives such as low-cost nutrition support for poor players and free coaching for marginalized children highlight his deep social commitment.

Looking at the magnitude and impact of his work, he was honoured with the Bharat Gaurav Samman. The recognition stands as a tribute to his relentless service, discipline, and belief that no child should lose their future due to poverty or lack of opportunity.

 

Dr. Sanjay Kumar Honoured With Bharat Gaurav Samman For Outstanding Contribution To Sports And Society

Dr. Santosh Raosaheb Chavan Receives ‘Bharat Gaurav Samman’ For His Outstanding Work

Mumbai/Chiplun: Renowned social worker, sports administrator, education supporter and business leader Dr. Santosh Raosaheb Chavan has been honored with the prestigious “Bharat Gaurav Samman” National Award for his outstanding contributions in the fields of sports, social service and youth development. The award was conferred by Namaskar Group and Namaskar Foundation, New Delhi.

Dr. Chavan is currently serving as the Managing Director of Embossed Group. He previously worked as the Head of the Talent Hunt Department of IPL team Kings XI Punjab during 2014–15 and is also a former Maharashtra-level player. At present, he holds the important responsibility of Chief Selector at Mumbai University.

His contribution to social welfare has been remarkable. So far, he has supported the education of over 400 underprivileged children, helped more than 200 youths secure employment, and guided over 200 candidates into police recruitment through his Rudra Police Career Academy, Chiplun.

Dr. Chavan is the Founder President of Ansh Charitable Trust, Ratnagiri, and also serves as the Vice President of Jago Grahak Jago – Konkan Division. Under his mentorship, many young athletes have progressed to district, state, national and even IPL levels.

In recognition of his tireless efforts, Dr. Chavan has already been honored with 12 national and one international award.

Expressing his gratitude, he stated,“Such awards motivate us to move forward in life and serve society with greater dedication. I am deeply thankful to Namaskar Group and Namaskar Foundation, Delhi, for this honor.”

Dr. Santosh Raosaheb Chavan Receives ‘Bharat Gaurav Samman’ For His Outstanding Work

Sister Shailja Ji: A Strong Example Of Compassionate Administration And Dedicated Public Service

One of the greatest achievements of Sister Shailja Ji has been her ability to communicate with every individual with utmost politeness, patience, and sensitivity. She not only listened carefully to public concerns but also ensured that every genuine and rightful task was completed with sincerity, integrity, and dedication.

On several occasions, she rose above personal interests and selflessly contributed from her own resources to accomplish works in the larger public interest. Such efforts reflect her deep sense of responsibility, commitment, and service-oriented mindset.

In recognition of her outstanding work, compassionate administration, and continuous dedication to public welfare, Sister Shailja Ji was honored with the prestigious “Bharat Gaurav Samman.” This honor stands as a proud acknowledgment of her valuable contributions to society.

Her personality goes far beyond the role of an administrative officer and reflects humanity, compassion, and empathy. Her humble approach toward the public and her commitment to resolving issues have established her as a true public servant and a genuinely noble human being.

Her contributions will always be remembered by society. We extend our heartfelt wishes for her bright, empowered, and service-oriented future.

Sister Shailja Ji: A Strong Example Of Compassionate Administration And Dedicated Public Service

Gurgaon’s Little Star: 5-Year-Old Divij Srivastava Received ‘Bharat Gaurav Samman’

GURGAON: While most five-year-olds are busy learning alphabets or playing with toys, Divij Srivastava from Gurgaon is exploring the vast mysteries of the universe. At such a tender age, Divij has amazed teachers, family members, and society with his exceptional knowledge of astronomy and mathematics.

Divij, the son of Mrs. Ridhi Srivastava and Mr. Shashi Srivastava, has developed an extraordinary understanding of the solar system far beyond his age. His most remarkable achievement came when, at the age of less than five years, he successfully answered 100 complex questions related to the solar system in just 14 minutes and 48 seconds, showcasing not only his sharp memory but also his deep conceptual clarity.

National Recognition for a Universal Talent

This rare and outstanding talent did not go unnoticed. Divij was honored by the prestigious Bharat Samman, recognizing his academic excellence and extraordinary intellectual abilities at such a young age.

Divij handles scientific information with remarkable ease and enthusiasm. Experts believe that an early inclination towards science helps develop strong analytical thinking, curiosity, and a rich vocabulary, all of which are clearly evident in Divij.

For Divij, learning is not a task but a joyful journey driven by curiosity and wonder for the night sky. Neighbors, friends, and well-wishers proudly see him as a rising star whose potential knows no bounds.

As Divij continues to explore new dimensions of knowledge every day, one thing is clear — for him, the sky is truly not the limit.

Gurgaon’s Little Star: 5-Year-Old Divij Srivastava Received ‘Bharat Gaurav Samman’