Rani Mukerji receives National award for highlighting women safety

Mardaani, which also starred Tahir Raj Bhasin was directed by Pradeep Sarkar and revolved around a tough cop's efforts to bring down a sex trafficking racket.

Rani post winning the award said, I feel humbled to meet these people and I am glad that I am able to contribute in a small way. This award is special as it recognises my contribution to cinema in a different manner.

Rani was honoured for the Best Representation of the Cause of Safety, Security and Protection of Women and Girl Child'. Sreerupa Mitra Chaudhury, Chairperson, Institute for Gender Justice, honoured Rani Mukerji with the coveted award.

Actress Rani Mukerji, who won accolades for her tough cop role in Mardaani' last year, was felicitated with National Award by the Institute for Gender Justice for bringing in light the issues related to girl children and women's protection in the flick. View more pics.