That '3', Aishwarya Dhanush's debut venture as director, was selected for screening at the New York Indian Film Festival and the Superstar's elder daughter went to the US to take part in it is no more news.

The latest is that Aishwarya was honored with the Pride of Tamil Nadu award by the New York Tamil Sangham at a glittering event at Queens Museum of Art in the Big Apple.

Office-bearers of the Tamil Sangham said they were happy to present the award to Aishwarya since she deserved it. She is the daughter of a leading personality and wife of an award winning actor. But she independently proved herself.

'3', which had Dhanush and Shruti Haasan in lead roles, is a romantic psychological thriller. The film made waves even before its release thanks to 'Why this kolaveri di...' song, composed by first-timer Anirudh.