"I would like to thank IIFA for giving me this wonderful mark of appreciation. I am truly honoured that my work has been recognized," said Sippy, who is best known for his Amitabh Bachchan-Dharmendra starrer "Sholay".

Indian actress and centenarian, Zohra Segal will also receive the special award- 'Contribution to 100 years of Indian Cinema' for her large body of work.

The Videocon IIFA Weekend will be held in Singapore from June 7 to 9.

  

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First Published: May 29 2012 | 1:55 PM IST

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