Mohanlal has been announced as the recipient of the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest honour in Indian cinema. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting officially made the announcement on Saturday. They recognised the superstar’s four-decade-long contribution to the film industry.
Mohanlal Pens REACTS To Dadasaheb Phalke Award Honour
Reacting to this prestigious recognition, Mohanlal shared his heartfelt gratitude with fans and well-wishers via an emotional note on X. He stated, “Truly humbled to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. This honour is not mine alone; it belongs to every person who has walked alongside me on this journey. To my family, audience, colleagues, friends, and well-wishers, your love, faith, and encouragement have been my greatest strength and have shaped who I am today. I carry this recognition with deep gratitude and a full heart.”
Truly humbled to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. This honour is not mine alone, it belongs to every person who has walked alongside me on this journey. To my family, audience, colleagues, friends, and well wishers, your love, faith, and encouragement have been my greatest…
— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) September 20, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Congratulates Veteran Actor
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his congratulations to the veteran actor in a sincere post, praising his dedication to cinema and culture. He wrote on X, “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.”
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… https://t.co/yMwNrNHMYm
— Mohanlal (@Mohanlal) September 20, 2025
Akshay Kumar
Kumar wrote, “Heartiest congratulations, @Mohanlal sir, on being honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Every time I’ve had the chance to meet you or observe your work, it’s been like sitting in the front row of the greatest acting school ever. This recognition is so richly deserved. Respect and love.”
Heartiest congratulations, @Mohanlal sir, on being honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
— Jolly Mishra – Asli Jolly from Kanpur (@akshaykumar) September 20, 2025
Every time I’ve had the chance to meet you or observe your work, it’s been like sitting in the front row of the greatest acting school ever.
This recognition is so richly deserved.… pic.twitter.com/XovwKFTHDU
Mammootty
The Malayalam superstar wrote, “More than a colleague, a brother, and an artist who has embarked on this wonderful cinematic journey for decades. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is not just for an actor, but for a true artist who has lived and breathed cinema. So happy and proud of you, Lal. You truly deserve this crown.”
More than a colleague, a brother, and an artist who has embarked on this wonderful cinematic journey for decades. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is not just for an actor, but for a true artist who has lived and breathed cinema. So happy and proud of you, Lal. You truly deserve this… pic.twitter.com/z5e8qVolWL
— Mammootty (@mammukka) September 20, 2025
Ravi Kishan
The actor-politician wrote, “Hearty congratulations to legendary actor Shri #Mohanlal ji [@Mohanlal] on being conferred the prestigious #DadasahebPhalkeAward by the Government of India for his iconic contribution to #Indian cinema.”
Hearty congratulations to legendary actor Shri #Mohanlal ji [@Mohanlal] on being conferred the prestigious #DadasahebPhalkeAward by the Government of India for his iconic contribution to #Indian cinema. pic.twitter.com/7CfDdjxGbb
— Ravi Kishan (@ravikishann) September 20, 2025
Prithviraj Sukumaran
The Empuraan co-star wrote, “Congratulations Cheta on the Dadasaheb Phalke Award! A truly well deserved recognition for a legend beyond ages!”
Prthiviraj Sukumaran congratulates Mohanlal
Dulquer Salman
He wrote, “A huge congrats to our dearest Lalettan.”
Dulquer Salman congratulates Mohanlal
Mohanlal’s Career
Mohanlal has acted in over 350 films across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada. Renowned for his effortless screen presence and versatility, he has delivered acclaimed performances in films like Thudarum, Drishyam, Vanaprastham, and Pulimurugan.
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