Among the long list of winners, one scintillating name that has been bestowed upon the lifetime achievement award is Sarah Begum Kabori.
The actress, who was the heartthrob in the 60's and 70's Bangladeshi big screen, took home the prestigious award on Friday night as the 18th edition of the Meril-Prothom Alo Award was held on the tonight at the Bangabandhu International Conference Centre.
Theatre personality Hasan Imam handed over the award to Kabori at the finale of Meril-Prothom Alo Award.
Prothom Alo editor Matiur Rahman and managing director of Square Group Anjan Chowdhury were present when the crest and cheque were conferred on the veteran actress.