Kamal Haasan congratulates 'dear friend' Mohanlal on Dadasaheb Phalke Award
What's the story
Malayalam actor Mohanlal was recently honored with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 71st National Film Awards. India's highest cinema honor was presented by President Droupadi Murmu at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Following this achievement, fellow actor Kamal Haasan took to social media to congratulate his "dear friend" Mohanlal on this milestone.
Social media tribute
Haasan's post for Mohanlal
Haasan shared a photo of Mohanlal receiving the award on X (formerly Twitter). He wrote, "Delighted to see my dear friend Lalettan @Mohanlal honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award." "A true artist whose craft has touched millions and will continue to inspire generations. A richly deserved recognition." The two actors have previously starred together in the Tamil film Unnaipol Oruvan, which was a remake of A Wednesday.
Twitter Post
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Delighted to see my dear friend Lalettan @Mohanlal honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. A true artist whose craft has touched millions and will continue to inspire generations. A richly deserved recognition. pic.twitter.com/qi6wR713EF
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) September 24, 2025
Acceptance speech
Mohanlal's acceptance speech
In his acceptance speech, Mohanlal said, "This moment is not mine alone; it belongs to the Malayalam cinema fraternity." "I see this award as a collective tribute to our industry, creativity, and resilience." He added that he was initially overwhelmed by the news of his win but saw it as a privilege to carry forward the voice of cinematic tradition.
Career highlights
Mohanlal's illustrious career and achievements
Mohanlal's career spans over 40 years and includes a wide range of roles. He is also a recipient of the Padma Shri (2001) and Padma Bhushan (2019). The award is India's most prestigious cinema honor, recognizing an artist's lifetime achievements in film. Meanwhile, Mohanlal was last seen on screen in Hridayapoorvam.