A day before Republic Day, the Government of India announced the Padma awards for this year. Amongst the winners include actress Kangana Ranaut. The Queen actress has been honored with the Padma Shri for excellence in the field of performing arts.

A delighted Kangana could not contain her excitement on receiving the award. She said, "I’m humbled and I’m honored. I thank my country for this recognition and I dedicate this to every woman who dares to dream. To every daughter... to every mother... and to the dreams of women who will shape the future of our country". Kangana is a recipient of has earlier received three national awards for her outstanding work in films.