Pratik S
Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2025: Mohanlal‘s Proud Moment
It’s not every day that someone gets honored with India’s biggest cinema award, and this year, the spotlight is on Mohanlal. If you love watching movies, especially Malayalam films, you’ve surely heard his name a thousand times. But this news is special—even for those who don’t follow films closely.
What Is the Dadasaheb Phalke Award?
First, a quick bit about the award. Government of India started it back in 1969, and it’s named after Dhundiraj Govind Phalke—the man who made India’s first full-length feature film (way back in 1913!). This award is basically a way of saying, “Thanks for everything you’ve done for Indian movies.” Past winners are all legends—think Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, Waheeda Rahman, Asha Parekh. You see it’s not just a trophy; it’s a mark of a lifetime’s hard work.
Why Is Mohanlal’s Win So Big?
So, 2025’s winner is Mohanlal, one of Malayalam cinema’s most loved names. It’s pretty cool because he’s only the second person from Kerala to ever win it—the first being filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan. For Kerala and those who follow Malayalam movies, this is a proud moment—a real celebration.
Mohanlal is loved for being “everyman” on screen. He can be funny, serious, angry, even downright scary. But he’s always real, never over-the-top. And that’s just not in one language—he’s acted in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi movies too. So wherever you’re from, chances are you’ve seen him in a film at least once.
Mohanlal to be conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023 👏🏻👏🏻 pic.twitter.com/f01OaXiFOY
— RVCJ Media (@RVCJ_FB) September 20, 2025
His Journey (In a Nutshell)
Mohanlal’s story is actually pretty normal at first. He began acting in the late 1970s, had his first major success in the 1980s, and then worked nonstop. But his secret is simple—he never stopped learning. Over hundreds of movies, he’s played everything from police officers to comedians, villains to loving dads. He’s one of the rare stars who’s at home in big budget blockbusters and artsy films as well.
Fans respect his honesty. He talks about family, keeps his private life straightforward, and is never too flashy. Even today, Mohanlal speaks directly with movie lovers through social media, sharing small updates, festival wishes, and movie news. Maybe that’s why so many people feel he’s just like us—only on a movie poster!
The Award Ceremony
He received the award at the National Film Awards ceremony, which took place on September 23, 2025. The honor comes with a golden lotus medallion, a shawl, and a cash prize—plus, of course, loads of applause. All over social media on that day, fans and stars posted messages for him. Photos and short reels flooded the trend list, with people posting clips from his most famous roles.
Actresses, directors, and even politicians sent their well-wishes. You could see folks in cinema halls, coffee shops, and living rooms in Kerala feeling joyful. Some people even lit small lamps outside their front doors, just as a way to celebrate Mohanlal getting the award.
Why He Deserves It
For the jury and fans, Mohanlal stands out for several reasons:
- He always gives his best, no matter how big or small the role is.
- He never takes shortcuts; from emotional scenes to comedy, everything feels natural.
- He has helped many new actors get their first big break.
- He shows kindness behind the scenes, supporting charities and film groups regularly.
So, this award isn’t just about being famous—it’s about being good to people and good at your craft.
Final Words
If you ask a movie lover, Mohanlal’s Dadasaheb Phalke Award win is more than just a medal. It’s Kerala and Indian cinema saying “thank you” for decades of great films, inspiring performances, and for making movie nights so much fun. The next time you watch one of his movies, you’ll see why this award feels truly deserved.
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