In 2025, as Babus Laxminarayan Best Chiwda completed 80 glorious years, we introduced the Babulal Data Kalagaurav Puraskar to honour exceptional talent in art and culture, carrying forward Late Shri Babulalji Data’s vision of encouraging and celebrating deserving artists.
2025
2025 Award Recipient – Suvarna Mategaonkar
The first edition of the Babulal Data Kalagaurav Puraskar was presented to renowned singer Suvarna Mategaonkar by celebrated classical vocalist Shrinivas Joshi, son of Bharat Ratna Pt. Bhimsen Joshi. A beloved name in Maharashtra, Suvarna Mategaonkar is known for her Marathi and Hindi musical stage performances and popular musical programs such as Rang Maza Vegla and Nakshatranche Dene. She has also been honoured with the prestigious Ram Kadam Award.
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2026
2026 Award Recipient – Ketaki Mategaonkar
In 2026, the Babulal Data Kalagaurav Puraskar was presented to talented actress and singer Ketaki Mategaonkar by renowned classical vocalist Raghunandan Panshikar. Ketaki is widely admired for her performances in acclaimed Marathi films such as Shala, Kaksparsh, Timepass, and Taani. Alongside acting, she has also made a mark as a singer through several popular Marathi songs and performances, earning immense love from audiences across Maharashtra. Through the Babulal Data Kalagaurav Puraskar, Babus Laxminarayan Best Chiwda remains committed to celebrating artists who continue to enrich our cultural heritage.
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The Babulal Data Kalagaurav Puraskar is an initiative to recognize and celebrate individuals who have made meaningful contributions to the arts.
If you have a talent in the field of art, or know someone who deserves a larger stage and greater recognition, we invite you to submit a nomination. Selected individuals may get an opportunity to showcase their talent and be considered for the Babulal Data Kalagaurav Puraskar.
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