30 January,2024 08:11 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Pic courtesy/ Chiranjeevi`s social media account
South superstar Chiranjeevi recently celebrated his mother Anjana Devi's birthday with an intimate cake-cutting ceremony. The actor shared images from the birthday celebrations on social media.
He also wrote a heartfelt wish, referring to her as "the visible Goddess". The entire family can be seen enjoying the special moment. The caption with the picture reads, "Happy birthday with love to the visible goddess..."
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The Padma Awards 2024 were announced on Thursday, January 25, a day before Republic Day. Chiranjeevi who has been a part of the industry for 45 years was conferred Padma Vibhushan. He expressed his gratitude for the love and affection of his fans and people. The actor said that he has done so "little" and yet, he has been given "such recognition."
In a video, thanking his loved ones, he said, "After hearing this news, I became speechless. I'm really overwhelmed. I am humbled and grateful for this honor. It's only the unconditional and invaluable love of the people, audiences, fans, and my blood brothers and sisters that allowed me to reach here. I owe my life and this moment to you. I always try to express my gratitude in ways that I can, though I know I can never do enough."
Chiranjeevi thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi. saying "I have done so little, yet you have given me such recognition and honour. I will 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."
Along with Chiranjeevi, Vyajayantimala and Padma Subrahmanyam were also announced with Padma Vibhushan. Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty and singer Usha Uthup were announced with Padma Bhushan.
'RRR' actor Ram Charan extended heartfelt wishes to his father Chiranjeevi on being awarded the Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian honour in the country.
Chiranjeevi has worked in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Kannada films. He is known for his movies such as 'Vijetha', 'Indra', 'Shankar Dada M.B.B.S.'. Most recently he was seen in 'Bholaa Shankar.'
(With inputs from ANI)
