State Film Awards
Why in news :
- The Lifetime Achievement Awards as part of the Karnataka State Film Awards 2020 and 2021 were announced.
About the State Film Awards
- Announced by: The Karnataka State Government, presenting the Lifetime Achievement Awards as part of the Karnataka State Film Awards for the years 2020 and 2021.
- Award Categories: The honors include the prestigious Rajkumar Award, the Puttanna Kanagal Award, and the Dr. Vishnuvardhan Award.
- 2020 Recipients:
- Puttanna Kanagal Award: Conferred upon renowned filmmaker and theatre personality S. Sathyu.
- Rajkumar Award: Awarded to actor-politician Jaimala for her contributions spanning over 50 years in the film industry.
- Vishnuvardhan Award: Given to veteran still photographer Pragathi Ashwath Narayana.
- 2021 Recipients:
- Rajkumar Award: Presented to Sa. Ra. Govindu, producer and former president of the Karnataka State Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC).
- Puttanna Kanagal Award: Awarded to director Shivarudraiah.
- Dr. Vishnuvardhan Award: Conferred upon actor-producer M.K. Sundar Raj



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