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This Article is From Jan 26, 2013

Akshay Kumar hails Padma Bhushan for Rajesh Khanna

Akshay Kumar hails Padma Bhushan for Rajesh Khanna
"I am really very happy," said Akshay about his father-in-law's honour
Mumbai: Actor Akshay Kumar is delighted that his father-in-law, the late actor Rajesh Khanna, has been posthumously honoured with the Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian honour.

"I am really very happy. I am obliged that the government has recognised my father-in-law's work. I am extremely happy," said Akshay, who is married to Rajesh Khanna's elder daughter Twinkle.

The awards were announced on Friday.

Rajesh Khanna, fondly known as Kaka, began his career with Aakhri Khat in 1966. In a career spanning five decades, he became a superstar like no other with hits like Aradhana, Do Raaste, Safar and Anand.

He passed away in July 2012 following prolonged illness. He was 69.

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