Shashi Tharoor and Kangana Ranaut Extend Heartfelt Congratulations to Gulzar for Jnanpith Award Triumph*

Renowned lyricist and poet, Gulzar, fondly known as Sampooran Singh Kalra, has been honored with the prestigious Jnanpith Award, recognizing his exceptional contributions to Urdu poetry. Shashi Tharoor lauded Gulzar's achievement, expressing warm congratulations for winning India's highest literary honor for a lifetime of remarkable service to Urdu poetry. Tharoor praised the recognition as "richly deserved," acknowledging Gulzar's rare accolade applauded by both the public and literary connoisseurs. Actress Kangana Ranaut also took to Instagram Stories, offering heartfelt congratulations to Gulzar on his Jnanpith Award win. Gulzar, celebrated for his prolific work in Hindi cinema, has previously received numerous accolades, including the Sahitya Akademi Award, Dadasaheb Phalke Award, and Padma Bhushan, solidifying his legacy as a luminary in the world of poetry and film. The 58th Jnanpith Award, presented by Bharatiya Jnanpith, honors Gulzar's outstanding literary contributions alongside Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya.