Hyderabad:Bollywood actors Hema Malini and Sushmita Sen on Friday revealed that they are conferred with the prestigious National Award titled Champions Of Change Award.
Sushmita won the award for her contribution to women empowerment and social welfare. The former Miss Universe hosted an Instagram live session for her fans to share the exciting news with them.
The Aarya actor, who has always been vocal about the social issues related to women in society also elaborated what she said in her acceptance speech, while virtually receiving the award. "To be born a woman is a huge gift from God but to be in service of women, now that is a privilege," she said.
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Meanwhile, Hema took to her Twitter handle and expressed her joy by sharing pictures with the award. She tweeted "I am happy to be one of the recipients of the prestigious CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE AWARD, 2021."
Stating her reason for winning the award, she added, "This is for my contribution as a classical dancer, actress and for my work as an MP in the constituency of Mathura. It is awarded to people who have made outstanding contribution to society."
In the pictures, Hema could be seen dressed in a beautiful pink saree, while holding a certificate and a gold medal, and flashing a wide smile for the camera.
Champions of Change is an annual Indian award, that is given for promoting Gandhian values, community service, and social development.
