President of India Smt Droupadi Murmu presented the 71st National Film Awards in New Delhi on 23 September 2025 and conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2023 on Shri Mohanlal. The award is India's highest honour in cinema and comprises a Swarna Kamal medallion, a shawl and a cash prize of ₹10 lakh. PIB's official profile describes Mohanlal as having appeared in over 360 films across almost five decades, and notes his Padma Shri (2001) and Padma Bhushan (2019).
Mohanlal conferred Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2023
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President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2023 on Mohanlal at the 71st National Film Awards on 23 September 2025.
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- Mohanlal announced as recipient of Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2023, India's highest film honour
- Ceremony held during 71st National Film Awards on September 23, 2025
- Award includes Swarna Kamal, ₹10 lakh cash prize, certificate, silk roll, and shawl
- Mohanlal has appeared in 400+ films across 45-year career; previously received Padma Shri (2001) and Padma Bhushan (2019)
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Frequently asked questions
Who received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 71st National Film Awards?
**Mohanlal** received the **Dadasaheb Phalke Award (for 2023)** at the **71st National Film Awards** on **September 23, 2025** at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, conferred by **President Droupadi Murmu**.
When was the 71st National Film Awards ceremony held?
The **71st National Film Awards** was held on **September 23, 2025** at **Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi**. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Award on **Mohanlal**.
What makes Mohanlal's Dadasaheb Phalke Award significant?
**Mohanlal** is the **55th recipient** of the **Dadasaheb Phalke Award** and the **second Malayalam film personality** to receive it after **Adoor Gopalakrishnan**, conferred by President Murmu at the 71st National Film Awards.
What does the Dadasaheb Phalke Award consist of?
The **Dadasaheb Phalke Award** includes a **Swarna Kamal, ₹10 lakh cash prize, certificate, and silk scroll**. Mohanlal received this 2023 award at the 71st National Film Awards on September 23, 2025.
Is Mohanlal the first Malayalam actor to receive Dadasaheb Phalke?
No, **Mohanlal** is the **second Malayalam film personality** to receive the **Dadasaheb Phalke Award**, after **Adoor Gopalakrishnan**. He is the 55th overall recipient.
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