Mr Gunbir Singh Sidhu recieved National Award for Best Regional Film PUNJAB 1984 today from Honorable President of India Mr Pranab Mukherjee.
Punjab 1984, which is adjudged the Best Punjabi Film at 62nd National Awards, is all about family relationships in the backdrop of terrorism, police brutality and communal riots. The film, which takes a look at the aftermath of the riots, is the first Punjabi film on the theme to get the award.
Gurbir Singh Sidhu of Basic Brothers White Hill Productions, who produced the film, said this award was not only a matter of great satisfaction for the team but also a big motivation for the now resurgent Punjabi film industry. "Moreover, it proves that there is scope for commercial and critical success if one works on serious subjects also," he said.
"It was a dream project for us three, including director Anurag Singh and Diljit. Our hard work has got both commercial and critical success," he said. The film had grossed around Rs 30 crores and received huge response in Punjab and abroad.
"We dedicate the award to those mothers of Punjab who are still waiting for their sons," said film director Anurag Singh . "It has vindicated our faith that hard work gets commercial and critical success when one tries to touch a sensitive subject," he added.
Starring Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh and Chandigarh MP Kirron Kher, the film was the biggest ever revenue grosser Punjabi film before Char Sahibzade came on the scene.
Heartiest Congratulations to Mr Gunbir Sidhu,Diljit Dosanjh,Anurag Singh,Manmord Sidhu,Pawan Malhotra and others
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