Padma Awards: Zakir Hussain, MM Keeravaani, Raveena Tandon among recipients


PTI, Jan 26, 2023, 8:51 AM IST

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, “RRR” music composer MM Keeravaani, actor Raveena Tandon, and singers Suman Kalyanpur and Vani Jairam were among 106 recipients of the coveted Padma Awards for the year 2023 on the eve of Republic Day.

According to an official statement, Hussain, also a composer and percussionist, was bestowed with the Padma Vibhushan, awarded for exceptional and distinguished service. The acclaimed musician had received Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan in 1988 and 2002, respectively.

Jairam and Kalyanpur were announced recipients of the Padma Bhushan, presented for distinguished service of high order.

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