Renowned wig designer Jeetendra S Salvi, fondly known as Bala Bhai, has been honored with the prestigious Akhand Bharat Gaurav Award for his remarkable contributions to the film industry. With a career spanning over 22 years, Jeetendra has established himself as a prominent figure in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada cinema. Under the guidance of his elder brother and mentor, Mr. Surendra Salvi ji, Jeetendra has made significant strides in the world of film hairstyling, catering to the needs of esteemed actors and actresses.
Jeetendra’s exceptional craftsmanship has earned him recognition and praise from industry stalwarts such as Mr. Amitabh Bachchan, Mr. Anupam Kher, Mr. Boman Irani, and many others. His expertise in designing wigs, hairpieces, beards, and mustaches has contributed to the authenticity and visual appeal of numerous blockbuster films, including Animal, Donkey, Salaar, RRR, PS 1 & 2, Baahubali 1 & 2, and KGF 2, among others.
The Akhand Bharat Gaurav Award ceremony, organized by Rajkumar Tiwari, editor, and publisher of Mumbai’s esteemed weekly newspaper ‘Mumbai Global,’ and Puneet Khare of ‘Mayuri Media Work,’ was held at the ‘Mukti Cultural Hub’ in Andheri, Mumbai. The event, now in its fourth season, was marked by grandeur and splendor, with distinguished personalities from the entertainment industry gracing the occasion.
Bollywood singer Padmabhushan Udit Narayan and disco dancer Vijay Benedict, along with Mrs. Saraswati Devi, mother of Rajkumar Tiwari, inaugurated the ceremony by lighting the lamp. The event was co-organized by Ram Prasad Sharma, with Puneet Khare serving as the primary organizer. Notable personalities from various fields were felicitated with awards, including prominent figures from the film industry, music fraternity, and social service sector.
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In addition to honoring Jeetendra Salvi, recipients of the Akhand Bharat Gaurav Award included acclaimed Bollywood photographer Ramakant Munde, singers Aman Trikha and Alka Bhatnagar, actress Riddhima Tiwari, director Manoj Aggarwal, action director Moses Fernandes, and several others. The event provided a platform to recognize and applaud individuals who have excelled in their respective domains and contributed to the cultural fabric of society.
Rajkumar Tiwari, the visionary behind the Mumbai Global Group, emphasized the importance of acknowledging and encouraging individuals for their exemplary work. He reiterated his commitment to promoting talent and providing a conducive platform for their growth and recognition. Through initiatives like the Akhand Bharat Gaurav Award, Tiwari aims to foster a culture of appreciation and support for individuals striving to make a positive impact in their fields.
