Shri K Balachander, veteran film maker, has been conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2010. The Award is given by Government of India for outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian Cinema. The award consists of Swarna Kamal, a cash prize of Rs 10 lakhs, a shawl and a citation. The Award has been given on the recommendations of a Committee of eminent persons.