BAFTA honours Yash Chopra

Mumbai, July 24 (UNI) Filmmaker Yash Chopra has received a lifetime membership to British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) for his contribution to the Indian film industry.

He is the first Indian to be honoured at BAFTA in its 59-year history.

While celebrating Indian cinema recently, BAFTA dedicated a three-day weekend from July 14 to showcase Indian films, along with Yash Chopra's last film 'Veer Zaara'.

Accepting the membership, Chopra said it is an honour not only for him personally, but the entire Indian film Industry. He said opening these doors is a step in the right direction in getting the recognition truly deserved by Indian cinema.

''It should not be long before our films are being nominated and hopefully picking up the prestigious award. On our part we must ensure we make better films,'' he added.

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