National Film Awards: Mohanlal's speech wins hearts, Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner receives a standing ovation


Posted on 24th Sep 2025 10:12 am by rohit kumar

The National Film Awards 2023 were held on September 23rd at Vigyan Bhawan in Delhi. From Shah Rukh Khan to Rani Mukerji, Vikrant Massey, Karan Johar, and Ekta Kapoor, prominent figures from the film industry attended.

 

On this occasion, 65-year-old superstar Mohanlal was honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his contribution to South Indian cinema. He was presented with this special award by President Draupadi Murmu. His speech on this special occasion captivated everyone, and as he was about to receive this special award, the audience stood up in his honor.

 

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Standing applause:

It is a matter of great pride for any actor when prominent personalities give him a standing ovation. As Mohanlal approached the stage to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award from President Draupadi Murmu at the 71st National Film Awards, everyone present gave him a standing ovation.

 

The South superstar's speech on this occasion also touched everyone's hearts. He didn't take credit for his films and success, but instead gave it to the entire Malayalam film industry.

 

"As a representative of the Malayalam film industry, I am the second and youngest person from the state to be honored with a national honor. This moment doesn't belong to me alone. This award belongs to the entire Malayalam industry. I see this award as a collective tribute to our industry, legacy, and creativity. When I received this news, I was overjoyed, not just because I was being honored, but because I was chosen to carry forward our cinematic voice. It's my good fortune that fate has given me this opportunity to accept this award on behalf of all those who have shaped the Malayalam industry with their vision and artistry. Honestly, I never even dreamed of this moment."

 

Mohanlal was chosen by the selection committee for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023 this year for his continued presence in South Indian films for over four decades.

 

These stars also won awards.

 

In addition to Mohanlal, Shah Rukh Khan received the Best Actor award for Jawaan, and Vikrant Massey received the Best Actor award for 12th Fail. Rani Mukerji was also awarded the Best Actress award for the film 'Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. Shilpa Rao was awarded the Best Female Playback Singer award for the song 'Chaleya' from 'Jawaan'.

 

In addition, Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh's starrer 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani' also received several awards in various categories, which producer Karan Johar attended to receive. Janaki Bodiwala was honored with an award for her Gujarati film 'Vash'. Kathal received the award in the Best Feature Film category, and director Yashovardhan Mishra received the National Award.

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