Ash's Dhoom

In a glittering ceremony attended by who's who of Bollywood, Abhishek Bachchan won the 'Best Actor in Supporting Role' award for 'Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna', whereas fiance Aishwarya Rai won the 'Star of the Year - Female' award for her role in 'Dhoom II' at the Kenstar Max Stardust awards.

The function was held at MMRDA Grounds here late last night.

Path-breaking film 'Rang De Basanti' was announced as the 'Pride of the Industry', whereas actor Sanjay Dutt won the 'Star of the Year - Male' award for his role in 'Lage Raho Munnabhai'.

While collecting his award, the maker of 'Rang De Basanti' Rakyesh Om Prakash Mehra said, '' This is a special award, and this film is especially for the people of India.''

As Abhishek was out of town, father Amitabh Bachchan collected the award on his behalf. Amidst huge applause, he also gave away the trophy to his soon-to-be-daughter-in-law Ash.

Teenage heart-throb Kunal Kapoor won the award for 'Best Breakthrough Performance - Male' for his role in 'Rang De Basanti'.

After collecting the trophy an emphatic Kunal said, '' I was very confused while growing up as I did not know which profession to choose, until I found my calling in acting. I have changed my profession numerous times. I even did some bizarre things like exporting mangoes.''

Meanwhile, 'Dream Director of the Year' award was given to Rajkumar Hirani for 'Lage Raho Munnabhai'. The 'Editors Choice award' for best performance went to Kareena Kapoor for her role in 'Omkara'. The 'Editors Choice Best Director award' went to Vishal Bharadwaj for 'Omkara'.

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