Malayalam actor Mohanlal will be conferred the distinguished Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2023.
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting on Saturday (September 20, 2025) introduced that actor Mohanlal will be conferred the nation’s highest cinema honour, the distinguished Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023. The award will be offered on the 71st National Film Awards ceremony on September 23.
Congratulating the actor through a publish on X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned: “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…may his accomplishments continue to inspire generations to come.”
I&B Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw mentioned: “Congratulations to Lalettan @Mohanlal ji. From the adipoli, beautiful land of Kerala to audiences worldwide, his work has celebrated our culture and magnified our aspirations. His legacy will keep inspiring Bharat’s creative spirit.”
Through one other publish, the Ministry mentioned: “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. The award will be presented at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony on Sept. 23, 2025,” it mentioned.
The Malayalam celebrity turned 65 this 12 months. During his profession spanning greater than 4 many years, he has labored in about 400 movies and bagged 5 National Awards and a number of other Kerala State honours. He was conferred the Padma Shri in 2001 and the Padma Bhushan in 2019 by the Union authorities.
Published – September 20, 2025 06:53 pm IST
