At a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, renowned actor Chiranjeevi—a legend in Telugu cinema—was conferred with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian honour. The seasoned actor conveyed his sincere appreciation for all the well-wishes that poured in from all directions.
In a poignant message posted on the social media site X, Chiranjeevi expressed his gratitude to everyone who helped him along the way in the creative industry, including his supporters, and the Union Government for the esteemed award. Fans all throughout the country have been moved by the pictures and videos that show Chiranjeevi accepting the Padma Vibhushan and celebrating the moment with his family!
Even with the recognition that comes with being named a Padma Vibhushan, Chiranjeevi is dedicated to his work. While working on the highly anticipated socio-fantasy movie Vishwambhara, the megastar never fails to enthrall viewers with his on-screen persona. Unmatched in the Indian film industry, Chiranjeevi’s legacy is characterised by his many years of commitment, adaptability, and creative genius. In addition to receiving praise from critics, his services to Telugu cinema have won him millions of admirers across the globe. The Padma Vibhushan award is evidence of his remarkable career and lasting influence on Indian cinema.
After coming back to Hyderabad, Chiranjeevi talked with the media and expressed his feelings over winning the important recognition. Throughout his remarkable career, he worked with directors, producers, and technicians, and he credited them for his accomplishments.
“I will be happy if Sr. NTR gets the Bharat Ratna,” Chiranjeevi added, expressing his respect for the legendary actor and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. Chiranjeevi’s family, including his wife Surekha, son Ram Charan, daughter-in-law Upasana, and daughter Sushmitha, accompanied him to the award ceremony. Ram Charan, a renowned actor himself, shared a heartfelt post on Instagram congratulating his father. The post featured a family picture and a video of Chiranjeevi receiving the award.