The film world is buzzing with exciting news! Malayalam superstar Mohanlal is set to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting made the big announcement on Saturday, September 20, 2025. This honor celebrates his amazing work in Indian cinema. It’s a huge moment for fans and the industry alike.
A Grand Recognition for a Legend
Mohanlal will officially get the award on September 23, 2025. This special ceremony happens during the 71st National Film Awards. Everyone is looking forward to seeing this true legend accept such a high recognition. The award is a nod to his lifelong dedication and talent. The Ministry shared their thoughts on X (formerly Twitter), saying Mohanlal’s film journey inspires many generations. He is a fantastic actor, director, and producer. This award recognizes his standout contributions to movies. He’s truly left his mark.
A Cinematic Journey Spanning Decades
His film career kicked off way back in 1980. His first movie was a romantic drama called ‘Manjil Virinja Pookkal’. Guess what? He played the villain in that one! People loved his performance. After that, he showed off his skills in comedy and action films too. He quickly became a household name, a real superstar. Movies like ‘Rajavinte Makan’, ‘Kireedam’, ‘Bharatham’, ‘Virasam’, ‘Vamsham’, and ‘Drishtikan’ solidified his status. With over 400 films across 45 years, his record is truly historic. It’s quite something to think about.
Mohanlal’s Latest Projects
Even now, Mohanlal keeps busy. We last saw him in ‘Hridayapoorvam’. Earlier this year, he also appeared in ‘Thudaram’ and ‘L2 Empuraan’. Both films did great at the box office. Audiences really enjoyed them, showing his star power is still strong.
On the recommendation of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award Selection Committee, the Government of India is pleased to announce that Shri. Mohanlal will be conferred the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023.
Mohanlal’s remarkable cinematic journey inspires generations! 🌟
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— Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (@MIB_India) September 20, 2025