BEYOND A STAR
The Free Press Journal|January 28, 2023
Raveena Tandon on her journey as an actor, receiving Padma Shri, life as a hands-on-mom and her inclination towards social work
LIPIKA VARMA
BEYOND A STAR

Raveena Tandon is the only actor this year R to receive the fourth highest civilian award-Padma Shri 2023 for her contribution in the field of Art. Raveena is a personality to reckon with both in the world of cinema and society at large. She is also known for her social activities, especially working towards the betterment of children and the girl child. She wishes to make this country a better place to live in for the next generation. Being a former chairperson of the children's Film Society, the KGF 2 star continues her efforts towards children's welfare. During this conversation, she also shares her experiences of being a mother at an early age and legally adopting children, how has she evolved as an individual, her various social activities, films and much more. Excerpts:

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