Actor Manoj Bajpayee is feeling ecstatic as his work has been recognised by the “highest office”. He says getting a Padma Shri is an honour for “your journey and conviction”.
“It’s a huge honour for any professional because it’s not an honour for just one particular film or performance. It’s an honour for your journey, for your conviction and belief that you had,” Manoj said on Saturday -- a day after being named for the Padma Shri, the country’s fourth highest civilian honour.
“Also, for the government it’s a way of recognising contribution that one has made to cinema. So yes, I am feeling very happy about it. My family, friends and fans have been sending messages to me. I am feeling ecstatic that my work has been recognised by the highest office,” he added.
Since his debut in Bollywood in mid-1990s, the National Award-winner has acted in mainstream as well as indie films. Last year, the Bandit Queen actor featured in seven films - Aiyaary, Baaghi 2, Missing, Satyameva Jayate, Gali Guleiyan, Love Sonia and Bhonsle.