"This is the recognition of Malayalam cinema": Lalettan responds to Dadasaheb Phalke Award

CHENNAI: Actor Mohanlal said that he is very happy and grateful to have been selected for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. He was talking to the media after the Dadasaheb Phalke Award was announced. The actor added that he came to know about the information on the sets of Bigg Boss.

'I have come to know about the information only now. I am in Chennai now. Gratitude to the jury and the central government for choosing me for this. Thanks to my audience and everyone who transformed me into me. Thanks to the film family and my family. This is a big recognition. It is not just my recognition. This is the recognition of Malayalam cinema. I share the award with everyone who loves me. Many great people have gone through this path. Thanks to God too. I saw Prime Minister Narendra Modi praising. Thank you very much,' said Mohanlal.

The 2023 Dadasaheb Phalke Award will be presented to Mohanlal at the National Film Awards ceremony to be held in Delhi on Tuesday. The award announcement states that Mohanlal's remarkable cinematic journey inspires generations. The note states that the legendary actor, director, and producer is being honoured and that his unmatched talent, versatility, and relentless hard work have set a golden standard in Indian film history.