On Monday, the Padma Awards 2025 were held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi. Icons such as Nandamuri Balakrishna, Ajith Kumar, Sekhar Kapur, Arijit Singh, and Ricky Kej were presented their awards by President Droupadi Murmu. Pankaj Udhas was awarded posthumously.

Celebrities who received Padma Awards in 2025

Indian stars from various parts of the nation were present at the event to accept their Padma honors. Nandamuri Balakrishna wore traditional clothing from Andhra Pradesh to receive his Padma Bhushan, whereas Ajith Kumar appeared in a suit for the same recognition. Shekhar Kapur and Shobhana also earned a Padma Bhushan, while Pankaj Udhas’ wife accepted the award on his behalf.

The Padma Shri was given to Arijit Singh and Ricky Kej. The award function was broadcast live on YouTube. Several other individuals from the realms of sports, medicine, business, and various other areas were also honored on Monday.

Ajith Kumar, Shekhar Kapur about the Padma honour

When the awards were revealed in January, Ajith released a statement that said, “I am deeply humbled and honoured to receive the esteemed Padma Award by the President of India. I express my sincere gratitude to the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu and the Honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for this prestigious honour. Being acknowledged at such a level is a privilege, and I am genuinely thankful for this generous recognition of my contributions to our nation. ”

Shekhar had shared on X (formerly Twitter), “What an honour! I am humbled that the Government of India has recognized me as deserving of a Padmanbhushan. I hope this award will motivate me to work harder for the Industry that I am part of, and the beautiful Nation I am so lucky to belong to. My thanks also go to our film audiences of India, for I am because you are. ”

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