September 22, 2025

Big news on a sparkling Saturday evening! The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting announced that the legendary Mohanlal will receive the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. This grand honour will be presented at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony, set to take place on 23 September in Delhi. The magic of cinema meets a true icon! Among the many warm wishes flooding in, the sweetest comes from Mohanlal's daughter, Vismaya Mohanlal. She took to Instagram with a dazzling collage showing many unforgettable roles her father has played over the years. Accompanying the pictures, she wrote, “Congratulations Acha. We’re all so so proud of you for the incredible artist you are and for the incredible human you are. #dadasahebphalkeaward.” This loving salute touches every fan's heart! Mohanlal himself expressed deep gratitude on social media: “I am deeply humbled and profoundly honored to receive The Dadasaheb Phalke Award. My heartfelt gratitude to Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji for your kind words and blessings, they fill me with encouragement and joy. I remain ever indebted to the art of cinema and to all those whose inspiration and support illuminate my journey.” His words, full of humility and warmth, show his connection to his craft and supporters. Despite a rocky start this year with the underwhelming receptions of Malaikottai Vaaliban and Barroz 3D, Mohanlal roared back strong! His films L2 Empuraan and Thudarum smashed box office records, each crossing the ₹200 crore mark. These became some of the highest-grossing Malayalam films ever, second only to Lokah: Chapter 1—Chandra and Manjummel Boys. Adding more sparkle to the family legacy, Vismaya recently announced her own debut in Mollywood. She will star in Jude Anthany Joseph's upcoming film Thudakkam, stepping into the limelight under her father's inspiring shadow. It’s a festival of talent and love in the world of Malayalam cinema as Mohanlal basks in this huge honour and his daughter takes her first big step forward. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is not just a trophy but a shining crown on a legendary career and a hopeful new start for the next generation!

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