Dadasaheb Phalke award for veteran actor Manoj Kumar

Manoj Kumar, who became famous as Bharat Kumar, is known for his work in films like Kranti, Woh Kaun Thi, Purab Aur Paschim, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan.

Veteran actor and director Manoj Kumar will be conferred the 47th Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2015. The award — conferred by the Centre for outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian Cinema — consists of a Swarn Kamal (Golden Lotus), a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh and a shawl.