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Mohanlal was honored for nearly five decades of versatile performances and influence across multiple Indian languages, receiving the country’s highest film award at the 71st National Film Awards.
- On Tuesday, Mohanlal was conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 71st National Film Awards in Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, presented by President Droupadi Murmu.
- The Government of India announced the honour last week on the recommendation of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award Selection Committee, which chose Mohanlal after over four decades in cinema.
- With a career spanning nearly five decades, Mohanlal has appeared in over 350 films across Indian languages and won multiple National Film Awards and Padma honours.
- Allu Arjun took to social media to congratulate Mohanlal, writing `Heartiest congratulations to the legendary @mohanlal garu on being honoured with the prestigious #DadasahebPhalkeAward! A true legend of Indian cinema.` Mohanlal received a standing ovation as he accepted the award.
- The award positions Mohanlal among India’s cinematic greats, reaffirming his stature as the Dadasaheb Phalke Award returns to the Malayalam film industry after 20 years.
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71st National Awards: Mohanlal Gets Standing Ovation as He Receives Dadasaheb Phalke Award from President Droupadi Murmu
Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. South superstar Mohanlal was conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award by the President Droupadi Murmu at the 71st National Awards ceremony at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on Tuesday. Entertainment News | 71st National Awards: Mohanlal Gets Standing Ovation as He Receives Dadasaheb Phalke Award from President Droupadi Murmu.
'Cinema is the heartbeat of my soul': Mohanlal on winning Dadasaheb Phalke Award
Malayalam cinema icon Mohanlal was on Tuesday conferred with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 71st National Film Awards held at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. The honour, India’s highest recognition in cinema, was presented by President Droupadi Murmu. Delivering an emotional acceptance speech, the 65-year-old actor expressed gratitude and pride: “It is with profound pride and gratitude that I stand before you today, having received the…
Top news of the day: At least 5 dead, Kolkata sees over 250 mm rainfall in less than 24 hours; Mohanlal receives Dadasaheb Phalke award, and more
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Cinema is the heartbeat of my soul: Mohanlal after Dadasaheb Phalke win
Mohanlal accepted the Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 71st National Awards with a stirring speech, calling the honour not a dream-come-true but something sacred, and dedicating it to Malayalam cinema and its legendary fore-runners.
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