'Lal, you truly deserve this crown'; Mammootty congratulates Mohanlal on Dadasaheb Phalke Award win

The film industry has warmly welcomed the news that Mohanlal, the pride of Malayalam cinema, has been honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. The award was given for his overall contribution to cinema. Many prominent personalities have come up extending their wishes to him. Out of the many congratulatory messages, Mammootty’s Facebook post congratulating Mohanlal has drawn particular attention.

More than a colleague, a brother, and an artist who has embarked on this wonderful cinematic journey for decades. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is not just for an actor, but for a true artist who has lived and breathed cinema. So happy and proud of you, Lal. You truly deserve this crown.