Bengaluru: Kichcha Sudeep, who has been selected for the Best Actor award for ‘Pailwan’, at the State Film Awards 2019, has turned down the award. He wrote and posted about it on social media.

“It is truly a privilege to have received the state award under the best actor category, and I extend my heartfelt thanks to the respected jury for this honor. However, I must express that I have chosen to stop receiving awards for several years now, a decision made for various personal reasons that I intend to uphold. There are many deserving actors who have poured their hearts into their craft and would appreciate this prestigious recognition far more than I would. It will only make me happier to see one of them receiving it.” he wrote.

Further, “My dedication to entertaining people has always been without the expectation of awards, and this acknowledgment from the jury alone serves as a significant boost for me to continue striving for excellence. I am grateful to every jury member for selecting me, as this recognition is, in itself, my reward. I sincerely apologize to the jury members and the state government for any disappointment my decision may cause, and I trust you will respect my choice and support me on the path I have chosen.Once again, I thank the honorable members of the jury and the state government for recognizing my work and considering me for this award.” he added.