Indian megastar Amitabh Bacchan was honoured with World Economic Forum's (WEF) Crystal Award here for his excellent contribution to the world of art.
"I had no idea there is so much visibility for Indian cinema in other parts of the world. This is just so amazing. This recognition, this attention, this awareness to our world and our craft is very overwhelming," wrote Big B on his blog.
Amitabh Bachchan received the award along with another Indian artist, Mallika Sarabhai - a Kuchipudi and Bharatnatyam dancer. Bachchan and Sarabhai would be joining the league of famed US cellist Yo-Yo Ma and British actress Emma Thompson, who bagged the award in 2008.
Crystal Award pays tribute to decisive role of arts and culture in creation of global understanding and peace.
After receiving the Crystal Award and staying on for a day at Davos, Amitabh will fly to New York to attend the premiere of 'Pink Panther 2' on Feb 3 along with son Abhishek and daughter-in-law Aishwarya, who stars in the film.
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