V. Shantaram Lifetime Achievement Award | |
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![]() The 2024 recipient: Mahesh Manjrekar | |
Awarded for | "Outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Marathi cinema" |
Location | Maharashtra |
Country | India |
Presented by | Government of Maharashtra |
Reward(s) |
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First award | 1994 |
Final award | 2024 |
Recent winner | Mahesh Manjrekar |
Highlights | |
Total awarded | 32 |
First winner | Chandrakant Mandare |
The V. Shantaram Lifetime Achievement Award is a lifetime achievement honor presented annually by the Government of Maharashtra, India. Established in 1994, the award is given by the Department of Cultural Affairs to individuals in recognition of their long-standing contributions to Marathi cinema. Recipients are selected by a committee comprising members from the Indian film industry.
The award includes a silver medal, a certificate, a trophy, and a cash prize of ₹10,00,000. [1]
It was instituted to commemorate filmmaker V. Shantaram (1901–1990), who played a notable role in the development of Indian cinema.
The first recipient was actor Chandrakant Mandare, awarded in 1994 at the Maharashtra State Film Awards. As of 2023, a total of 32 individuals have received the award. Among those, Ravindra Mahajani is the only posthumous recipient. Mahajani's actor son, Gashmeer Mahajani accepted the award on his behalf at the 57th Maharashtra State Film Awards ceremony. [2] The most recent recipient of the award is veteran actor and filmmaker Mahesh Manjrekar who was honoured at 61st Maharashtra State Film Awards. [3]
Year (Ceremony) | Image | Recipient | Work | Notes |
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1994 | ![]() | Chandrakant Mandare | Actor | He was known for performing in mythological and historical films, and his work spanned several decades in the Marathi film industry. [4] |
1995 | - | Sudhir Phadke | Music Director | Composed music for numerous Marathi and Hindi films and was particularly known for his work on the musical project Geet Ramayan , which became widely recognized in Maharashtra. His work is noted for its influence on Marathi film music and its role in shaping the musical landscape of the industry. [5] |
1996 | ![]() | Lalita Pawar | Actress | Known for her extensive career in Indian cinema, including notable contributions to Marathi films. She appeared in over 700 films across various languages and was known for portraying strong character roles, including antagonistic and maternal figures. Her performances were recognized for their consistency and impact over several decades in the film industry. [6] |
1997 | ![]() | Sulochana | Actress | Known for her longstanding contributions to Marathi cinema. She was known for her roles as a mother and supporting character in numerous films from the 1940s to the 1990s. Her performances were noted for their emotional depth and became a significant part of mainstream and regional Indian cinema. [7] |
1998 | - | Dinkar D. Patil | Film Director | He was known for his work as a director and screenwriter in Marathi cinema, particularly for films that focused on rural life and social issues. His storytelling often reflected the experiences of everyday people, and he played a significant role in shaping socially conscious narratives in regional filmmaking. |
1999 | - | Sumati Gupte-Joglekar | Actress | She was known for her work as an actress in Marathi cinema and theatre. She was recognized for her performances in a variety of roles that showcased emotional depth and cultural nuance, contributing to the growth of Marathi performing arts during the mid-20th century. |
2000 | - | Vasant Painter | Film Director | Vasant Painter was known as a film director and art director in Marathi cinema, noted for his contributions to visually rich and socially relevant films. |
2001 | - | Ram Gabale | •Cinematographer •Film Director | He was known for his work as a cinematographer in Marathi and Hindi cinema, contributing to the visual style and technical development of Indian films over several decades. [8] |
2002 | ![]() | Chandrakant Gokhale | Actor | He was known for his work as an actor in Marathi theatre and cinema, with a career spanning several decades marked by performances in both dramatic and character roles. |
2003 | ![]() | Jayshree Gadkar | Actress | She was known for her work as a leading actress in Marathi cinema, particularly during the 1950s to 1970s. She appeared in numerous mythological, historical, and social films, with notable works including Manini , Sangtye Aika , and Sawaal Majha Aika! . Her performances were recognized for her versatility and strong screen presence. [9] |
2004 | ![]() | Vanamala | Actress | She was known for her performances in Marathi and Hindi cinema, particularly for her role as the mother in the acclaimed film Shyamchi Aai (1953), which won the first National Film Award for Best Feature Film. She was recognized for her graceful screen presence and portrayals of dignified, emotionally nuanced characters. [10] |
2005 | - | Annasaheb Deulgaonkar | Writer | Known for his contributions to Marathi cinema as a screenwriter. He played a key role in promoting and supporting regional films like Maherchi Sadi , Dhum Dhadaka & Lek Chalali Sasarla,helping to expand the reach of Marathi cinema across Maharashtra. [11] |
2006 | ![]() | Ashok Saraf | Actor | Known as “Mahanayak of Marathi Film Industry.” [12] Best known for his role in shaping the modern Marathi comedy film genre. Over a career spanning nearly five decades and more than 250 Marathi films, he popularized comedy with impeccable timing and versatility across both Marathi and Hindi cinema. He was a central figure in the “comedy films wave.” [13] |
2007 | ![]() | Rajdutt | Film Director | Known for his work as a film director and screenwriter in Marathi cinema. He directed several critically acclaimed and commercially successful films, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, often focusing on social and emotional themes. |
2008 | ![]() | Ramesh Deo | Actor | He was a veteran actor, director, and producer in Marathi and Hindi cinema, known for his character roles and long-standing contribution to the film industry. He was often referred to as a versatile character actor due to his wide range of roles over six decades. [14] |
![]() | Seema Deo | Actress | She was a respected actress in Marathi and Hindi cinema, known for her graceful screen presence and powerful performances that left a lasting impact on Indian film. | |
2009 | - | Jagdish Khebudkar | •Writer •Lyricist | Renowned Marathi lyricist and poet, known for his prolific contribution to Marathi cinema and music. Over his career, he penned lyrics for more than 2,500 songs across around 300 films. His writing style blended simplicity with emotional depth, making his work resonate with audiences across generations. [15] |
2010 | - | Asha Kale | Actress | She often portrayed strong female leads, such as devoted mothers, resilient wives, or women facing social and personal struggles. Her films typically explored relationships, societal norms, and human emotions, making her a prominent figure in serious, dramatic Marathi cinema. [16] |
2011 | ![]() | Jabbar Patel | Film Director | He known for directing socially and politically themed Marathi films and plays, blending artistic storytelling with issues like caste, power, and social justice. His notable works include Samna , Jait Re Jait , Sinhasan , Umbartha , and the biographical film Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar . [17] |
2012 | - | Leela Gandhi | Actress | Best known as a veteran Marathi actress and lāvṇī dance artist whose decades‑long career in cinema and stage brought widespread recognition to traditional Marathi folk art. [18] |
2013 | - | Pandhari Juker | Make-up Artist | He was a celebrated makeup artist whose six-decade-long career in Hindi cinema left a profound mark on the industry. [19] |
2014 | - | Uma Bhende | Actress | She often portrayed emotionally strong and graceful female characters, and her performances were rooted in traditional values and cultural narratives. |
2015 | - | Suryakant Lavande | Cinematographer | He was a distinguished cinematographer in Marathi cinema, celebrated for his work over six decades on visually impactful films like Samna , Sinhasan , Gammat Jammat , and Dhum Dhadaka. [20] |
2016 | - | V. N. Mayekar | Film Editor | Often hailed as the “wizard of the scissors” for his masterful editing that added emotional depth and narrative precision to films. |
2017 | ![]() | Vikram Gokhale | Actor | He was renowned as a consummate actor in Marathi theatre, films, and Hindi cinema, acclaimed for his dignified portrayals of authoritative figures and emotionally complex characters. [21] |
2018 | - | Vijay Chavan | Actor | He was known as a highly versatile comic actor in Marathi theatre and cinema, famous for his over 350 film appearances and iconic stage role as the female lead in the comedy play Moruchi Mavshi . [22] |
2019 | ![]() | Sushama Shiromanee | Actress | She is known for her multifaceted career as an actress, producer, director, writer, and distributor in Marathi cinema. She gained particular recognition for directing and producing the Marathi "item‑song" driven films Bhingari, Fatakadi, Mosambi Narangi, Bhannat Bhanu, and Gulchhadi, often casting Bollywood stars to elevate Marathi cinema’s mass appeal. [23] |
2020 | - | Ravindra Mahajani | Actor | Known for his striking leading-man presence in Marathi cinema during the 1970s and ’80s—often hailed as the industry’s equivalent of Bollywood’s Vinod Khanna—earning widespread recognition for roles in films like Zhunj, Aaram Haram Ahe , Devta, and Mumbaicha Faujdar. [2] |
2021 | ![]() | Usha Chavan | Actress | She known for her iconic roles in Marathi comedy films, especially alongside actor Dada Kondke, and for her work in emotional romantic and social dramas. |
2022 | ![]() | Usha Naik | Actress | Best known as a seasoned Marathi actress whose career began as a background dancer in the 1970s and evolved into leading and character roles spanning over 250 films. |
2023 | ![]() | Shivaji Satam | Actor | He has built a memorable career in both Marathi and Hindi cinema, appearing in acclaimed films such as Ek Hoti Vadi, Uttarayan , De Dhakka . [24] |
2024 | ![]() | Mahesh Manjrekar | • Film Director •Actor | He is a prominent figure in Marathi cinema, known for directing critically and commercially successful films like Astitva (2000), Mi Shivajiraje Bhosale Boltoy! (2009), Kaksparsh (2012), Natsamrat (2016), and Juna Furniture (2024). [3] |