French government honor for Kamla Hussan

Kamal Haasan will be awarded the Chevalier de L'Ordre Arts et Lettres (The Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters) by the French government at a special ceremony. The Order is part of France's premier award, the Legion of Honor. It has three ranks - Chevalier (Knight), Officier (Officer), Commandeur (Commander) - and two high offices. It recognises eminent artistes and writers, as well as those who have contributed significantly to furthering the arts in France and throughout the world.