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| EXCLUSIVE Kabir on Saturday (July 9, 2005) paid a moving tribute to all those who work in the film industry, realising their own dreams and those of their audience despite the great economic uncertainty of working in a business where there are no steady nine-to-five jobs. In his acceptance speech for the 2005 Asian Jewel Lifetime Achievement Award, Kabir said that in the film business, "You never know where your next cheque is coming from." "People in this industry live lives of great insecurity and I've seen in my career from Bollywood to Pinewood to Hollywood generations and dozens and thousands of courageous individuals who put their lives on the line to be in this profession. People who have dared to dream and, in following that dream, have realised your dreams and hopes and fantasies on the screens that you see," he said. In a ceremony that began with a minute's silence for the victims of the July 7 bomb attacks in London, Kabir also thanked his parents for giving him "life and values," his children and Nikki Bedi, "my ex-wife, for sharing the tumultuous journey that has been my life." Although the couple parted ways earlier this year, Kabir and Nikki are still on friendly terms and both have spoken warmly of each other in public. Kabir was one of two winners of the Lifetime Achievement Award, along with Assistant Commissioner Tarique Ghaffur, the most senior Asian police officer in the UK, who is responsible for homicide investigation, serious gun crime, and organised crime. In the award citation, Kabir was described as "one of the most famous international actors from India," with roles in the James Bond movie Octopussy, the US soap The Bold and the Beautiful, many Bollywood films, and currently the West End musical, The Far Pavilions. The award is given annually to "outstanding Asian individuals who have made a recognisable and sustained contribution to the social, political and economic success of Southern Britain." Despite the terrorist attacks a few days earlier - several of which occurred within walking distance from the award venue - the mood was upbeat, reflecting the determination of many Londoners not to be intimidated by these terrible events. The ceremony, which included a Bollywood dance act, an Indian meal and a fashion show,was held at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel on London's Park Lane. Prime Minister Tony Blair said in a written message to the attendees that "I strongly believe that Britain's diversity and experiences have brought tremendous strengths and benefits to our society. The Asian Jewel Awards are an important and unique initiative and play a very significant role in helping appreciate and celebrate this diversity." |
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