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Rani Mukerji gets honorary doctorate from La Trobe University
Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters by La Trobe University, Australia, m9.news reports. She is the second Indian film personality to receive the honour from the…
The Story in Brief
Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters by La Trobe University, Australia, m9.news reports. She is the second Indian film personality to receive the honour from the university, following Shah Rukh Khan.
Mukerji said the recognition was one of the most humbling moments of her life. She stated that her film choices have always focused on stories that inspire and empower women in India. The actress added that receiving this honour for work she believes in has motivated her to continue her efforts.
The Indian Opinion
Honorary doctorates for actors often fuel a tired narrative that Bollywood glamour buys academic respect. Yet La Trobe awarded Rani Mukerji specifically for choosing stories that empower Indian women, not just for stardom. The real test is whether this recognition translates into more films like 'Mardaani' and fewer pageant-oriented roles. If her next slate doubles down on socially-driven cinema, the critics will have to eat their words.
Source: m9.news
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