**‘Well-deserved recognition’: Amitabh Bachchan Congratulates Mohanlal for Dadasaheb Phalke Award**

*By Isha Sharma | Sep 21, 2025, 04:34 PM*

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan has extended warm congratulations to Malayalam cinema icon Mohanlal on being conferred the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2023. The announcement was made by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Saturday.

In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), Bachchan wrote in Malayalam, “Mohanlal Ji, I am truly delighted that you have received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. It is such a well-deserved recognition!”

**Amitabh Bachchan’s Admiration**

Bachchan further expressed his admiration by saying, “Many congratulations. I am a great admirer of your work and craft. The simplicity with which you express the deepest of emotions is truly remarkable. May you continue to inspire us all with your unmatched talent and remain a guiding light. With boundless respect and pride, I extend my heartfelt wishes and look forward to witnessing many more of your incredible performances in the years ahead. Always a dedicated fan.”

**Well Wishes from PM Modi and the Film Industry**

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated Mohanlal, praising his excellence and versatility. Modi’s message on X read, “Shri Mohanlal ji epitomises excellence and versatility. With a rich body of work spanning decades, he stands as a leading light of Malayalam cinema and theater and is deeply passionate about the culture of Kerala.”

Several other celebrated personalities from the film industry, including Akshay Kumar, Mammootty, and Shobana, joined in sending their best wishes to the superstar.

**Award Ceremony Details**

Mohanlal is set to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony scheduled for September 23, 2025. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India’s highest honor in cinema.

With an illustrious career spanning around 400 films and five National Awards to his name, Mohanlal remains one of the most revered actors in Indian cinema. He was honored with the Padma Shri in 2001 and the Padma Bhushan in 2019.

**Upcoming Projects**

Fans can look forward to seeing Mohanlal’s next film, *Vrusshabha*, written and directed by Nanda Kishore, which is slated for release on October 16, 2025.

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