Rani Mukerji honoured for 3 decades in cinema: ‘My films, my characters and my voice have travelled so far from home’
Here's the latest update from the Bollywood world:
Rani Mukerji has added another major honour to her three-decade-long career. The star was recognised at the Indian Movie Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) with a special citation for excellence in acting, celebrating her memorable performances and the lasting impact she has had on audiences in India and around the world. The honour acknowledges Rani's contribution to Indian cinema and her role in taking stories and characters from Hindi films to global audiences.
Adding to this, Rani Mukerji honoured for three decades of cinema: ‘They've made me a better star’. Rani Mukerji celebrates 3 decades of roles Rani attended the festival in a striking geranium-red monochrome co-ord set as she marked the latest recognition in an already celebrated career. From playing women who went against social expectations to portraying characters who found courage during difficult times, the star has consistently brought honesty and emotional depth to her performances.
Meanwhile, Her filmography includes a wide range of roles, with films such as Black, Hum Tum, Yuva, Bunty Aur Babli, No One Killed Jessica, Hichki, the Mardaani franchise and Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway showcasing different sides of her acting.
Notably, Speaking about the honour, Rani Mukerji shared, “When I entered the Indian movie industry as a young girl, I never imagined that one day my films and the characters that I have been fortunate enough to play would take me across oceans, and that people in a beautiful country like Australia would embrace me with so much warmth. Entertaining people across the world through my cinema is the greatest gift this profession has given me. Australia has always welcomed me and Indian cinema with open arms. It has become a place where cultures meet through storytelling, where films remind us that emotions don't need passports, and where love, laughter and hope speak a language we all understand.”
As per the latest buzz, She also reflected on how her characters have shaped her personally over the years. Rani added, “As actors, we perform in front of a camera. But the real story begins only when that performance reaches someone's heart. To know that for three decades my films, my characters and my voice have travelled so far from home and still found a place in your lives is incredibly humbling. I've been fortunate to play women who laughed loudly, loved deeply, fought fearlessly and never stopped believing in themselves. In many ways, every character has changed me a little. They've made me a better star, but more importantly, they've made me a better human being.”
In further updates, Rani's recognition also highlights the growing international reach of Indian cinema and her long-standing connection with audiences outside India. Her work has travelled well beyond the traditional Hindi movie audience, with several of her performances continuing to resonate with viewers across different cultures.
On top of that, The 2026 edition of IFFM is being held from August 13 to 23 and brings together films, actors and filmmakers from across India.
Monica Yadav is a senior entertainment journalist with Hindustan Times Entertainment, based in Mumbai, with nearly 11 years of experience covering Bollywood, Hollywood and Asian entertainment, including Korean, Chinese and Thai cinema, television and music. She is among the few Indian journalists in India with a dedicated focus on Korean entertainment, including K-pop and K-dramas, and has interviewed some of the industry's biggest stars while closely tracking the rise of global pop culture. Her reporting has also taken her beyond India, where she has covered travel, culture and entertainment. Alongside her work at Hindustan Times, her bylines have appeared in several international publications. Known for her in-depth interviews, feature stories and engaging storytelling, Monica enjoys exploring the human side of entertainment. From breaking news and long-form features to music coverage, explainers and on-camera conversations with artists, she is passionate about telling stories that connect with audiences across the world. Read More
Source: Hindustan Times