Kiara Advani wins Actor of the Year, gets honoured by her first guru Anupam Kher

Bollywood's diva Kiara Advani was awarded as the 'Actor of the year' at an event in the suburbs on Wednesday. The honour felt more special to the actress as she was awarded by her first teacher Anupam Kher. 

Overwhelmed by the honour, Kiara Advani expressed her gratitude towards the same saying, "I really want to share this moment with you all. This is so so special to me. Thank you @timesofindia for honouring me with The Times Power Women Actor of the year award and @anupampkher sir, you presenting this award to me makes it even more memorable ?????? Thankyou @ikabirbedi sir. Thank you @timesofindia for your recognisation and honouring all my years of hard work and passion through this milestone award. 

I can’t wait to discover what lies ahead with a heart full of gratitude for all the love????". 

Being proud of his student, Anupam Kher also took to social media to a heartwarming note for Kiara Advani saying, "The proudest moment for a teacher is when a student it’s knowledge is the contribution of the teachers and the institution she/he has got training from. 

Congratulations @kiaraaliaadvani for getting the #ActoroftheYear award at #TimesPowerWomen event. Congratulations to @actorprepares too!! Jai Ho! ????????@ikabirbedi #student #Teacher #Actingschool #Pride". 

Over the years, Kiara Advani has exhibited growth as an actor with her wide range of characters and impactful performances. 

From the girl-next-door portrayal in MS. Dhoni and Kabir Singh to the sweet and chirpy Punjabi kudi in Good Newzz, Kiara Advani has created a place for herself in the hearts of the audience with her relatable characters.

Exhibiting the various aspects of her versatility, Kiara took on bold and unconventional characters with her projects like Lust Stories, Guilty, Indoo Ki Jawani amongst others, winning accolades from the critics and audience alike.