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.