Mahesh Bhatt

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Mahesh Bhatt stands as a titan of Hindi cinema, recognized for his unique ability to blend artistic integrity with commercial viability. His five National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards are testaments to his versatility, having excelled in both parallel cinema and mainstream entertainment. The induction into the Bollywood Walk of Fame in 2013 further cemented his legacy as a foundational figure in the industry. His work on Saaransh and Zakhm remains particularly celebrated for its emotional depth and social relevance, influencing countless filmmakers who followed in his footsteps.

AwardsMahesh Bhatt has received numerous accolades throughout his career, reflecting both critical acclaim and commercial success. He won five National Film Awards, including Best Feature Film in Hindi for Saaransh and Best Screenplay for Gangster. He also secured four Filmfare Awards, including Best Director for Saadak and Best Dialogue for Aashiqui. In 1991, he was honored with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, for his contributions to the arts.

Honours & Distinctions

Padma Shri

Government of India·1991

Fourth-highest civilian award for contributions to arts.

Bollywood Walk of Fame

Bandra Bandstand·2013

Induction honoring lifetime contribution to Hindi cinema.

Lifetime Achievement Award

IIFA Awards·2005

Recognized for outstanding contribution to Indian cinema.