Bollywood veteran Anupam Kher, bestowed with the Outstanding Achievement in Cinema honour, has dedicated the award to strugglers who try and find their feet in the showbiz world without having a godfather.

"Thank you IIFA for honouring me with Outstanding Achievement In Cinema Award. I really feel honoured and energised. Thank you the people of Bangkok for your love, warmth and hospitality. I dedicate this award to all the struggling actors who have to make it without godfathers," Anupam said on Monday. The actor received the honour at the 19th edition of the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) gala on Sunday night.