Mumbai:Actor Ranveer Singh now add another feather on his cap on Friday, as he is decided to be feted with the ‘Maharashtrain of the Year’. Ranveer who brought alive Maratha warrior Peshwa Bajirao II on the silver screen through Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Bajirao Mastani'.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis give this award to the actor by Lokmat The 'Lokmat Maharashtrian of The Year' award recognises and honours the individuals that have risen above the rest, who have positively impacted the state and have put Brand Maharashtra on the Indian and global radar.
Ranveer's performance in 'Bajirao Mastani' made for a walk down the memory lanes of history and put forth the vison, aura and grandeur of Maharashra's pride - Peshwa Bajirao. Cinematic legends like Amitabh Bachchan and Dilip Kumar have been honoured with this award in the past, making this win even more special for Ranveer.