Popular Telugu actor Nandamuri Balakrishna has been honored with the esteemed ‘Padma Bhushan’ award, recognized as the third-highest civilian accolade in India in recognition of his contributions to the arts. This prestigious award has been granted to Balakrishna today as the Indian government announced the Padma Awards ahead of Republic Day.
Chandrababu Naidu extended warm congratulations to Shri Nandamuri Balakrishna, the revered Telugu cinema icon and MLA of Hindupur, for being awarded the Padma Bhushan. He praised Balakrishna for carrying forward the legendary NTR Garu’s legacy and highlighted Balakrishna’s unwavering commitment to public welfare, especially through the Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital. He mentioned other award winners Dr. Duvvuri Nageshwar Reddy, Mandakrishna Madiga, Miriyala Apparao, K.L. Krishnayya, and Madugula Nagaphani Sharma who were awarded the Padma Shri and emphasized that these awards are a source of pride for the Telugu community.
Heartfelt congratulations to Telugu cinema legend and Hindupur MLA, Shri Nandamuri Balakrishna Garu, on being conferred the Padma Bhushan! Upholding the legendary NTR Garu’s legacy, you have excelled in cinema, politics, and philanthropy. Your dedication to public welfare,… pic.twitter.com/rC4HEABLmN
— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) January 25, 2025
Lokesh expressed immense pride and joy for his family, extending heartfelt congratulations to his Mavayya on receiving the esteemed Padma Bhushan award. He highlighted Balakrishna’s legendary journey, from delivering blockbuster hits to inspiring millions, as a testament to his significant contributions to cinema, politics, and healthcare. Lokesh conveyed his excitement in seeing Balakrishna’s achievements being rightfully recognized.
Super proud moment for our family! Huge congratulations to my Bala Mavayya on being awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan! Your legendary journey, from blockbuster hits to inspiring millions, is a testament to your remarkable contributions to cinema, politics, and healthcare.… pic.twitter.com/SlrhAjFTnb
— Lokesh Nara (@naralokesh) January 25, 2025