Veteran Marathi actor and comedian Ashok Saraf has been announced as a recipient of the prestigious Padma Shri Award, marking a significant moment of pride for Maharashtra. The announcement was made on the eve of Republic Day, honoring Saraf's outstanding contributions to Indian cinema over the decades. Speaking to ETimes, Ashok Saraf’s wife and actress Nivedita Saraf expressed her happiness and pride.
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