India, Feb. 5 -- The 23rd Pune International Film Festival (PIFF) is set to honour senior actors Shubha Khote and Anupam Kher with the award for outstanding contribution to Indian Cinema. The SD Burman International Award for creative music and sound will be presented to the celebrated singer Kavita Krishnamurthy.

The announcement in this regard was made by PIFF director Dr Jabbar Patel during a press conference on Tuesday. Chairman of the film selection committee Samar Nakhate, member of the film selection committee Abhijeet Ranadive, deputy director Vishal Shinde (programme and film), deputy director Aditi Akkalkotkar (international communication and coordination) were also present on the occasion.

The festival's inaugural ceremony wi...