Mumbai: Actor R Madhavan expressed his “gratitude and humility” on receiving the Padma Shri and dedicated the honor to his family members, gurus, well-wishers and the public.
The actor took to his Instagram handle to dedicate his award to his family, admitting that their support and belief has been crucial to his success.
“I accept the Padma Shri with utmost gratitude and humility. This honor bestowed upon me is beyond my dreams and I receive it on behalf of my entire family, whose constant support and faith has been my greatest strength. This recognition is only possible because of the blessings of my gurus, the goodwill of my well-wishers, the love and encouragement of the public and above all, the grace of the Almighty. Each of them has played an invaluable role in shaping my journey and guiding me to this moment,” R. Madhavan wrote.
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The actor described the award as a “responsibility” and promised to approach the honor with “dignity, integrity and commitment”.
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R Madhavan wrote, “I consider this not just an award, but a responsibility. I promise to approach this honor with dignity, integrity, and a deep commitment to the values it represents. My heart is filled with gratitude for this extraordinary support and recognition, and I hope to continue to serve with integrity, humility, and dedication in the years to come.”
Actor R Madhavan is to be honored with the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian awards, by President Draupadi Murmu for his contribution to the Indian cinema industry.
On the eve of Republic Day 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs announced this year’s Padma Award recipients, honoring individuals for their notable contributions to the nation. This includes Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri. Madhavan’s name has been associated with eminent persons from arts, education, sports and various other disciplines.
Madhavan is a popular actor in Indian cinema who has worked in films across various languages including Tamil, Telugu and Hindi. The actor debuted in Bollywood in 2001 with the film ‘Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein’. In 2000, Madhavan gained recognition in Tamil cinema by playing the lead role in Mani Ratnam’s romantic drama film Alai Payuthey.
The actor was recently seen in the blockbuster film ‘Dhurandhar’ starring Ranveer Singh in the lead role. It was directed by Aditya Dhar. The sequel of the film is set to release in theaters on March 19, 2026.