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Shiv Kumar Sharma Receives Mastery Award at 24th CavinKare Ability Awards 2026

Calls ‘Rabb Di Awaaz’ a Victory for Inclusive Cinema | 14th February 2026 | Chennai, India

In the ceremony defined by grace and gratitude, Shiv Kumar Sharma was honored with the CavinKare ABILITY Mastery Award at the 24th CavinKare Ability Awards 2026 at the Sir Mutha Venkatasubbarao Concert Hall. Accepting the honor with deep humility, Shiv, dedicated the recognition to the evolving landscape of inclusive cinema in India created by the film “Rabb Di Awaaz”

Born visually impaired in a small village in Himachal Pradesh, Shiv’s journey to the national stage in Chennai has been one of quiet resilience. During his address, he emphasized that his lead role in the landmark film ‘Rabb Di Awaaz’ was not a pursuit of stardom, but a commitment to authenticity.

“I am profoundly grateful to the makers of ‘Rabb Di Awaaz’ for their courage to choose authenticity over convenience,” Shiv stated. “By establishing this film as the first major step towards truly inclusive and accessible cinema in India, we have together opened a door for countless others. This award is not for an individual; it is for a mission.”

As Shiv returns to his duties in Chandigarh, his message remains clear: ‘Rabb Di Awaaz’ is just the beginning of a larger journey toward a world where every voice is heard and every perspective is valued. The citation film that screened during the ceremony featured National Award-winning Film Director Ojaswwee Sharma and Accessibility, Inclusion and Policy Advisor Dr. Rimpi Arora ( Pinaka Mediaworks). Bhasker Pandey, Head of Post Production, Pinaka Mediaworks and Rolling Frames Entertainment attended in Ceremony.

About the Honoree:

Shiv Kumar Sharma is a dedicated government official, a disability rights activist and an actor.

Issued by: Pinaka Mediaworks / Rolling Frames Entertainment

Event: CavinKare ABILITY Awards 2026

Date: 14th February, 2026

Location: Chennai, India

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