71st National Film Awards 2025: Mohanlal’s Speech Wins Hearts, Earns Standing Ovation

National Film Awards: September 23, 2025, was a special day for Indian cinema. The 71st National Film Awards 2025  were held at Vigyan Bhawan in Delhi, attended by stars from Bollywood and the South Indian film industry. On this occasion, superstar Mohanlal  was honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2025 for his more than four decades of contribution to the film industry . He received this honor from President Draupadi Murmu.

Mohanlal received a standing ovation (National Film Awards)

As Mohanlal walked onto the stage to receive the award, the entire auditorium stood up and erupted in applause. This moment was a proud moment not only for Mohanlal but for the entire Malayalam cinema scene. Veterans and young stars alike gave him a standing ovation, a significant achievement for any artist.

Mohanlal's speech touched my heart

After receiving the award, Mohanlal gave a very emotional speech. He said, "This honor is not just mine, but the entire Malayalam film industry's. My achievements are incomplete without my colleagues, filmmakers, and audiences." His humility and gratitude to the industry won the hearts of everyone present.

A wonderful journey of four decades

Mohanlal's film career began in the 1980s. He has excelled not only in Malayalam cinema but also in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films. From serious roles to comedic roles, he has brought to life a variety of roles on screen. His films have garnered both box office success and critical acclaim.

FAQs

Q1. When did Mohanlal receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award?

Ans: At the 71st National Film Awards ceremony held on 23 September 2023 at Vigyan Bhawan, Delhi.

Q2. Who gave him this honour?

Ans: Draupadi Murmu, President of India, presented him this award.

Q3. Why was Mohanlal given this award?

Ans: For his contribution to South cinema, especially the Malayalam film industry for over four decades and for his continuous entertainment.

Q4. What was special about Mohanlal's speech?

Ans: He gave the credit of his success not to himself but to the entire Malayalam film industry and said that this award belongs to the entire industry.

Q5. What kind of response did he get at the event?

Ans: As soon as he reached the stage to receive the award, everyone present there stood up and clapped and gave him a standing ovation.

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