"I have been able to go through the ups and downs of being dropped, being brought back, playing in a few World Cups and being a part of some great teams.”
The honour recognises Mukerji's nearly three-decade career as one of India's most celebrated actors, as well as her commitment to social causes supporting women, children and marginalised communities.
The Federal Government will also work with state and territory governments to ensure major AI infrastructure is built in appropriate locations with input from local communities.