Yash Chopra, founder of Yash Raj Films, is due for a greater recognition next month for his exemplary work in the Indian cinema. The noted Bollywood producer-director will receive the prestigious Asian Filmmaker of the Year award at the Pusan International Film Festival that is to be held between October 8 and 16th. The press statement reads, “As the most influential producer and director in India over decades, Chopra has made remarkable contributions to establish Bollywood cinema on the global stage.”

The film festival will screen several of the films directed and produced by Yash Chopra.