Mammootty, Prithviraj rejoice Mohanlals Dadasaheb Phalke Award win

Sharing his first response, Mohanlal described the award as each a private milestone and a second of pleasure for Malayalam cinema. “I’m grateful to the movie household and the viewers who made me what I’m right now. This award is a recognition I can provide again to those that have beloved me all through my 48-year cinema profession,” he stated.

The actor added that he accepted the honour with “utmost pleasure,” remembering his mother and father, mentors, and fellow artists who formed his journey. The award can be formally introduced to him by the President of India at a ceremony in Delhi on September 23.

Tributes poured in from colleagues and political leaders alike. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan known as it an achievement that brings honor not simply to Malayalam cinema however to Kerala as an entire, whereas Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Mohanlal as an artist who “epitomises excellence and flexibility.”

Mohanlal’s long-time collaborator Mammootty shared a message on X, writing, “More than a colleague, a brother, and an artist who has launched into this glorious cinematic journey for many years. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is not only for an actor, however for a real artist who has lived and breathed cinema. So completely happy and pleased with you, Lal. You really deserve this crown.”

Actor-filmmaker Prithviraj Sukumaran additionally congratulated the star, posting on Instagram: “Congratulations chetta on the Dadasaheb Phalke Award! A very well-deserved recognition for a legend past ages!”