Lata Mangeshkar honoured with Legendary Award

Mumbai: Indian melody queen Lata Mangeshkar has been honoured with the 'Legendary Award' by The Brand Laureate. She says she is thankful for her gratifying career and well-wishers.

"Heartfelt thank you to The Brand Laureate for honouring me with the Legendary Award 2017," the 87-year-old posted on Twitter alongside an image the award.

The Brand Laureate recognises world-class achievement in branding amongst individuals and companies.

Mangeshkar's award reads: "Asia Pacific Brands Foundation awards Lata Mangeshkar, Legendary Award as a veteran melody queen who has given a plethora of memorable hits and soulful melodies in Hindi film music."

In a heartfelt message to her fans, she tweeted: "I have lived through a gratifying career for which I am and will always remain in deep gratitude to all my well-wishers."

Known for songs like "Lag jaa gale", "Aayega aanewala", "Aye mere watan ke logon", "Luka chuppi" and several more, Mangeshkar's career in films has spanned several decades.