September 20, 2025

The legendary Mohanlal is all set to take home the crown jewel of Indian cinema awards! The Union government announced on Saturday that the veteran actor will receive the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2023. This award is considered the highest honour in Indian cinema. The big moment will happen on September 23 at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting shared this exciting news on X (formerly known as Twitter). They said, “On the recommendation of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award Selection Committee, the Government of India is pleased to announce that Shri Mohanlal will be conferred the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023. Mohanlal’s remarkable cinematic journey inspires generations! The legendary actor, director, and producer is being honoured for his iconic contribution to Indian Cinema. His unmatched talent, versatility, and relentless hard work have set a golden standard in Indian film history.” What a journey it has been! Mohanlal's career spans over four decades and more than 400 films in languages like Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. He is often called the shining face of Malayalam cinema. The actor already holds the Padma Shri (2001) and Padma Bhushan (2019), two of India's highest civilian honours. Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauded Mohanlal’s achievement and shared warm congratulations. On his X post, the PM wrote, “Shri Mohanlal Ji epitomises excellence and versatility. With a rich body of work spanning decades, he stands as a leading light of Malayalam cinema, theatre and is deeply passionate about the culture of Kerala. He has also delivered remarkable performances in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Hindi films. His cinematic and theatrical brilliance across mediums is truly inspiring. Congratulations to him on being conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. May his accomplishments continue to inspire generations to come.” The Dadasaheb Phalke Award, started in 1969, is India’s most prestigious cinema honour. It is given every year to celebrate a lifetime of outstanding work in the film industry. Last year, veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty was the proud winner. This award for Mohanlal is not just a trophy—it’s a glowing salute to a superstar whose art has touched hearts and inspired countless souls. The Kerala pride continues to shine bright on India’s cinematic stage!

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