Bollywood
Mallika receives LA Honorary Citizenship
Published Tuesday, Aug 18 2009, 09:27 BST | By Sanjay Odedra
Rex Features
Sherawat picked up the prestigious award in front of friends, family and fans during a ceremony at Los Angeles City Hall ahead of Indian Independence Day.
Accepting the prize, she said: "As the first Indian Bollywood actor to receive this recognition, I proudly accept it in honour of my home country, mother India, and my beloved Bollywood, the world's largest film industry.
"I am deeply touched, and eternally thankful for this acknowledgment. Jai Ho, Los Angeles!"
Sherawat recently wrapped up shooting Jennifer Lynch's Hisss, which also stars Irfan Khan.
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