Taking to social media, Bachchan shared a message written in Malayalam, expressing his admiration for Mohanlal’s artistry and celebrating the recognition bestowed upon him.
Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan, the 67th recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, who has been named the 55th winner of the prestigious honour for the year 2023. The actors had shared screen space in the 2010 film Kandahar, directed by Major Ravi.
Taking to social media, Bachchan shared a message, that too written in Malayalam, expressing his admiration for Mohanlal’s artistry and celebrating the recognition bestowed upon him.
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“I’m extremely happy that Mohanlal has received this award. Heartfelt congratulations. I am a big admirer of his acting,” he wrote, calling the award a “truly well-deserved recognition”.
He ended the note expressing deep respect and pride, stating how he would always remain a devoted fan of the actor.
Previous recipients
Amitabh Bachchan received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2018, cementing his place among the towering figures of Indian cinema. Now, with the announcement of Mohanlal as the latest recipient, the legacy of the award continues its journey across generations of cinematic excellence.
The Dadasaheb Phalke Award, instituted by the Government of India in 1969 in memory of the father of Indian cinema, is the highest honour in the Indian film industry. The award for 2023 recognises Mohanlal’s extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema over four decades, spanning over 340 films across multiple languages.
The award will be officially presented during the National Film Awards ceremony in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Published: 21 Sept 2025, 03:58 pm IST
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