The Lifetime Achievement Award was awarded to the eminent poet-lyricist-filmmaker Gulzar at the 11th edition of Osian's Cinefan Film Festival, at Siri Fort, New Delhi. The distinguished writer was honoured on the inaugural ceremony of the festival, today and he was felicitated by Chief Minister Shiela Dikshit.

Director Vishal Bharadwaj and his singer wife Rekha had accompanied Gulzar on the stage. Rekha extended her wishes by singing few of his notable songs.

On receiving the award, an overwhelmed Gulzar said, “I am thankful for the recognition which is an assurance that what you have done is okay. If you do more work then it is better but an artist's work needs to be shared with the public.”