Nandamuri Balakrishna has been in the news since last night for all good reasons. The actor, who is in a good phase with back-to-back successes, received the prestigious Padma Bhushan Award. Today, on the eve of Republic Day, Balakrishna released a Heartfelt Response to Padma Bhushan Honor.
Last night, the Government of India announced the names of this year’s Padma Bhushan award winners. South Indian actors Balakrishna and Ajith Kumar received this honor for their extraordinary achievements in the field of arts and their social service as well. Balakrishna officially responded with a heartfelt response to Padma Bhushan Honor.
Balakrishna responds on receiving Padma Bhushan Award
“On the occasion of the announcement of the Padma Bhushan award to me, I would like to express my gratitude to the Government of India for announcing this award. My thanks to all those who are wishing me on this occasion. I would like to thank my co-stars, technicians, producers, distributors, exhibitors, family members, and the entire film industry for being a part of this long journey of mine.
From my father, the late Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao Garu, to my fans who have stood by me till date as his successor and have been encouraging me, and to the vast audience who have showered their special affections on me, I am forever grateful. On this occasion, I extend my best wishes to all my fellow Padma awardees”.