Pyarelal Sharma, the surviving half of the legendary Indian music director duo Laxmikant-Pyarelal, was conferred with the Padma Bhushan—India's third-highest civilian award—on the eve of the 75th Republic Day in 2024. Over a career spanning more than five decades, the duo composed iconic scores for over 500 Hindi films including landmark classics such as 'Amar Akbar Anthony', 'Bobby', 'Karz', and 'Milan'. The recognition by the Government of India celebrates his immense contribution to Indian cinema, music, and cultural heritage.