Shahid Kapoor will join the likes of Mukesh Ambani, Sachin Tendulkar, Amitabh Bachchan and Sunita Williams soon. Yes, the actor is all set to receive the Rajiv Gandhi award at a function that is to be held in August. Shahid will get the award for the best actor category. Every year, the Rajiv Gandhi award will be awarded to those who do exemplary work in the field of education, sports, social service, journalism, business etc.

Speaking about the award, Shahid said, “I was pleasantly surprised to get the news about my being chosen for the prestigious award.”