Film awards for 2017 announced
Bengaluru, October 01: The Information and Public Relation Department on Monday announced the lifetime achievement awards for 2017 for those who contributed for the development of the film industry.
Dr. Rajkumar award to be given for lifetime achievement was given to Senior artiste Lakshmi, while Puttanna Kanagal award was given to Senior director S. Narayan and another lifetime achievement award to be given in the name of Dr. Vishnuvardhan for those who have done achievement in other areas of Kannada film industry was given to senior producer G.N. Lakshmipathi.
These awards would have 50 gram gold and Rs 2 lakh cash. A committee led by senior actor and producer G.J. Srinivasamurthy was formed to select the artistes for the 2017 Calendar Year. Photographer B.S. Basavaraj, Senior actress Hema Chaudhary, Editor Suresh Urs, Senior journalist Hunasavadi Rajan were the other members. The Committee members met Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy at his official residence Krishna and submitted the report.
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MI post challenging 217/2 against RR
Jaipur, May 1 (PTI): Ryan Rickleton and Rohit Sharma smashed brisk half-centuries to guide Mumbai Indians to a challenging 217 for two against Rajasthan Royals in an Indian Premier League match here on Thursday.
Rickleton made 61 off 38 balls which was studded with seven fours and three hits over the fence while Rohit scored 53 off 36 deliveries with the help of nine boundaries.
The duo shared 116 runs in 11.5 overs to set the tone for MI after being sent into bat.
Skipper Hardik Pandya (48 off 23 balls) and Suryakumar Yadav (48 off 23) gave the finishing touches to MI's innings with their whirlwind knocks.
Brief Scores:
Mumbai Indians: 217 for 2 in 20 overs (Ryan Rickleton 61, Rohit Sharma 53; Riyan Parag 1/12).
