French Government announces highest civilian award for Big B

  • IndiaGlitz, [Thursday,October 12 2006]

Though Big B may not have celebrated his birthday yesterday in a lavish manner, the world continues to shower its blessings, appreciation and acknowledgment to the legendary actor.

Amitabh Bachchan received the perfect birthday present yesterday when the French government announced that it would honor him with its highest civilian award, the 'Officer of the Legion of Honor'.

"France has decided to honor Mr Amitabh Bachchan with the honor for his contribution to Indian and international cultural life," a spokesperson of the French Embassy said.

She said the French ambassador would soon discuss with Bachchan the details for conferment of the award.

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