Actor Mohanlal Selected for Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023 for Outstanding Contribution to Indian Cinema
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting has announced that legendary Malayalam actor Mohanlal will be honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2023. This is India's highest recognition in the field of cinema. The award will be presented at the 71st National Film Awards ceremony on September 23, 2025. Mohanlal, whose career spans over four decades and nearly 400 films, is celebrated for his versatility and contribution to the cultural landscape of Kerala and India. He has previously been honored with the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan by the Union government.
Key Points
- The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is the country's most prestigious film honor, recognizing lifetime contribution to cinema.
- Mohanlal is a five-time National Award winner and has worked in multiple languages including Malayalam, Tamil, and Hindi.
- He also holds the rank of Honorary Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Territorial Army, commissioned in 2009.
- The award recognizes his 'remarkable cinematic journey' and enduring influence on Indian film history.
Exam Facts
- Mohanlal received the Padma Shri in 2001 and the Padma Bhushan in 2019.
- The Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023 will be presented at the 71st National Film Awards.
- Mohanlal has worked in nearly 400 films over a career spanning four decades.
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