Hema Malini to Accept Padma Vibhushan for Late Dharmendra; Mammootty and Alka Yagnik Among Honorees
Padma Awards 2026: Hema Malini to receive Dharmendra's posthumous Padma Vibhushan; Mammootty to get Padma Bhushan; Alka Yagnik among top honourees
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During the Padma Awards 2026 ceremony in New Delhi, Hema Malini will accept the Padma Vibhushan posthumously awarded to her husband, Dharmendra. Mammootty will receive the Padma Bhushan, while Alka Yagnik is also among the notable honorees this year.
- 01Hema Malini will receive the Padma Vibhushan on behalf of her late husband Dharmendra, recognizing his contributions to Indian cinema.
- 02Mammootty, a celebrated actor in Malayalam cinema, is awarded the Padma Bhushan for his outstanding performances across multiple languages.
- 03The Padma Awards 2026 will honor a total of 131 recipients, including five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan, and 113 Padma Shri awards.
- 04Alka Yagnik, a renowned playback singer, is also recognized with the Padma Bhushan this year.
- 05Other notable recipients include Prosenjit Chatterjee and R. Madhavan, both honored with the Padma Shri.
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The Padma Awards 2026 ceremony will take place in New Delhi, where veteran actress Hema Malini is set to accept the Padma Vibhushan on behalf of her late husband, Dharmendra. This award is a tribute to his significant contributions to Indian cinema, following his passing in November 2025. President Droupadi Murmu will present the awards during the first Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The awards, established in 1954, honor exceptional contributions in various fields, including arts and public affairs. This year, a total of 131 awards will be conferred, featuring five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan, and 113 Padma Shri recipients. Among the distinguished awardees is Mammootty, who will receive the Padma Bhushan for his extensive work in Indian cinema. Alka Yagnik is also among the prominent honorees, receiving the Padma Bhushan. The list includes several other notable figures from the entertainment industry, such as Prosenjit Chatterjee and R. Madhavan, who will receive the Padma Shri.
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The Padma Awards ceremony highlights the contributions of artists and public figures, fostering recognition and appreciation for cultural achievements in India.
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