Chiranjeevi says he has 'done so little' as he reacts to Padma Vibhushan honour; Jr NTR, SS Rajamouli congratulate him

Actor Chiranjeevi has been honoured with Padma Vibhushan- the second-highest civilian award. He released a video statement to react to the news

Actor Chiranjeevi has been feted with Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian honour in the country. The Padma Awards 2024 were announced on Thurday, January 25, a day before Republic Day. Chiranjeevi who has been a part of the industry for 45 years released a video reacting to the honour. Thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the actor said that he has done so “little” and yet, he has been given “such recognition”.

Chiranjeevi took to Instagram, where he shared a video thanking everyone after he was honoured with the Padma Vibhushan. In the clip, Chiranjeevi said, “After hearing this news, I became speechless.”

“I am really overwhelmed, humbled, and grateful. It is only the unconditional love of the audience, my friends, my blood brothers, and sisters. I owe this life and moment to you. I have always tried to express my gratitude in the ways I can. But, nothing can be ever enough."

“On-screen, in the last 45 years of my career, I have tried to entertain you with the best of my abilities. I tried to help the needy by taking part in relevant social and humanity causes,” he said. 

Actor Chiranjeevi is among the most influential and successful actors and worked in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Kannada films. He is known for his movies such as 'Vijetha', 'Indra', 'Shankar Dada M.B.B.S.', and most recently he was seen in 'Bholaa Shankar'.

Chiranjeevi then thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “I have done so little. Yet, you have given me such recognition and honour. I always remain indebted to you for your love and support. At this moment of pride, I would like to thank the government and our Prime Minister Narendra Modi for bestowing on me Padma Vibhushan. Thank you. Jai Hind.”

 

 

 

 

 

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Several celebrities took to social media to congratulate the veteran actor on this honour. Take a look:

Congratulations to our megastar @KChiruTweets garu for the prestigious honour of Padma Vibhushan . What an honour for the family , fans & telugu people . I feel so elated & honoured by this achievement . Thank you for making us all soo proud 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/f7PZg7Z3yr

— Allu Arjun (@alluarjun) January 26, 2024

Congratulations to @MVenkaiahNaidu Garu and @KChiruTweets Garu on receiving the Padma Vibhushan!

Also, congratulations to all the recipients of Padma Awards. May your remarkable achievement inspire generations to come...

— Jr NTR (@tarak9999) January 26, 2024

From nowhere, a boy who laid the first stone for Punadhirallu to becoming the recipient of the second-highest civilian award in India… Your journey inspires generations Chiranjeevi Garu. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Congratulations on receiving the Padma Vibhushan. @KChiruTweets

— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) January 26, 2024

Veteran star Vyjayanthimala was also feted with Padma Vibhushan.

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