Malayalam actor Mohanlal will be conferred the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2023.
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting announced on Saturday (September 20, 2025) that Malayalam actor Mohanlal will be presented the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023.
The MIB Ministry has said in a post on ‘X’ that, “The legendary actor, director, and producer is being honoured for his iconic contribution to Indian Cinema”.
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,… https://t.co/4MWI1oFJsJpic.twitter.com/P0DkKg1FWL
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 20, 2025
The Ministry has stated that the award will be presented at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony on Tuesday (September 23, 2025.)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Mohanlal as a leading light of Malayalam cinema who epitomises excellence and versatility, as he congratulated him on winning the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
“May his accomplishments continue to inspire generations to come,” Mr. Modi said on X, adding that he has also delivered remarkable performances in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Hindi films.
His cinematic and theatrical brilliance across mediums is truly inspiring, he said.
Born on May 21, 1960, Mohanlal has had an illustrious film career spanning over four decades, featuring in more than 400 films across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada.
Some of his most popular and critically-acclaimed movies include “Thanmathra”, Drishyam”, “Vanaprastham”, “Munthirivallikal Thalirkkumbol” and “Pulimurugan”.
Known for his effortless screen presence and wide range, he has received two National Film Awards for best actor, nine Kerala State Awards and international honours.
(With inputs from PTI)
Published – September 20, 2025 06:53 pm IST