Who was appointed the new Chairman of Pune-based Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)?
A. Pehlaj Nihlani
B. Anupam Kher
C. Kiran Kher
D. Irfan Khan
Answer:B
Who was appointed the new Chairman of Pune-based Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)?
A. Pehlaj Nihlani B. Anupam Kher C. Kiran Kher D. Irfan Khan
Explanation: Noted actor Anupam Kher was appointed the new Chairman of Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune on 11 October 2017. Kher replaces Gajendra Chauhan, who had a controversial tenure as head of the institute. Chauhan’s appointment was met with strident opposition from students, faculty and many in the film fraternity as they felt that he lacked the credentials for the post. Kher who has appeared in over 500 films is a recipient of the Padma Shri in 2004 and the Padma Bhushan in 2016 for his contribution in the field of cinema and arts. The veteran star has won many national and international awards including two National Film Awards of Govt. of India. ...... Check More at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK