T.Subbarami said, “Rekha being a versatile actress acted in many Indian languages. She also covered many genres of films from commercial cinema even off beat films and serious cinema also. We juries had a long time discussion today. And we came up with the conclusion; we have decided to give the award this year to Rekha."

Simi Garewal said, “I am happy to be part of this jury for this award and I haven’t said this to Mr. Subbarami Reddy, but I really appriciate the efforts he is taking in keeping this award alive. It’s not in term of commercial game, its being done the way I see purely as a tribute to very good friend of his and a very good film maker Yash Chopra.”

Actress Jaya Prada who hasworked in many film with Rekha and they both share very special bond Said, “Today I am really happy to be part of this jury. First award was given to Lata Ji, second was given to Mr. Amitabh Ji and third will be honored to Rekha Ji. I had got chance to work with Rekha Ji in a movie and today I got an opportunity to be part of jury to select her and to recognize the talent I feel happy.

Rekha will receive gold medal and Rs. 10 lakh for the respectable title. The award ceremony will be held on 25th January 2016.