Anup Jalota Receives Padma Shri Mahendra Kapoor Award at ITFS Awards 2025
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Anup Jalota was honored with the Padma Shri Mahendra Kapoor Award at the ITFS Awards 2025 in Mumbai. The event was attended by notable artists and dignitaries, celebrating the rich musical heritage of India.
Key Takeaways
- Anup Jalota received the Padma Shri Mahendra Kapoor Award.
- The event took place at the Y.B. Chavan Auditorium in Mumbai.
- Ruhan Kapoor and Sidhant Kapoor were also present.
- Sudesh Bhosale praised Sidhant for his performance.
- Uday Samant was the Chief Guest at the awards ceremony.
Mumbai, April 13 (NationPress) Renowned vocalist Anup Jalota has been honored with the esteemed Padma Shri Mahendra Kapoor Award during the ITFS Awards 2025.
He was accompanied by legendary singer Sudesh Bhosle and many other prominent artists in this grand celebration of musical talent. Jalota shared his feelings of pride, stating, “To receive an award named after Mahendra Kapoor is incredibly honorable. His melodies resonate within the hearts of Indians and inspire profound devotion.”
Ruhan Kapoor, the son of the iconic Mahendra Kapoor, expressed his gratitude, saying, “As we planned the award in my father's name, I felt nervous, but Mr. Mane executed it beautifully. I’m grateful to all the dignitaries involved.”
In a delightful twist, third-generation artist Sidhant Kapoor showcased a stunning performance at the event, continuing the musical legacy of his grandfather Mahendra Kapoor. His performance received accolades from Sudesh Bhosale, who praised him for preserving the essence and spirit of the legendary singer.
The prestigious ITFS Awards 2025, curated by social and cultural figure Dattatraya Mane, was held at the Y.B. Chavan Auditorium in Nariman Point, Mumbai. The event attracted a plethora of distinguished individuals from various sectors, including entertainment, music, social service, and public administration.
The occasion was honored by Chief Guest and Maharashtra Industry Minister Uday Samant, along with other notable dignitaries. Award recipients included notable personalities like Mahesh Manjrekar, Sudesh Bhosale, Anup Jalota, Indian Idol child prodigy Mohammad Faiz, Ayaan Khan, Vindu Dara Singh, playback singer Harshdeep Kaur, Divyanka Tripathi, Usha Nadkarni, Niketan Dheer, Dr. Nitin Dange (Neurosurgeon), Dr. Prashant Rasal (Stroke Specialist), Joint Commissioner of Urban Development Pankaj Devre, Additional Collector of Mumbai Suburbs Kumarr from Studio Refuel, IAS Suraj Mandhare (Vice President and MD, MSRDC), Agriculture Commissioner, and special guests Ruhan Kapoor and Sidhant Kapoor.
