Melbourne, Aug. 14 -- Veteran actor Rekha was honoured with the prestigious Excellence in Cinema award at the 17th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2026, recognising her unparalleled contribution to Indian cinema and an extraordinary body of work spanning decades.

The festival celebrated Rekha as one of Indian cinema's most iconic figures, with the special honour recognising her enduring impact on the industry and her remarkable cinematic journey.

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The 2026 edition of IFFM also marked 30 years of actor Rani Mukerji's career, with the festival conferring a special recognition to celebrate her journey, memorable performances and contribution to Indian cinema, as per the press relaese....