Allu Arjun congratulates Nandamuri Balakrishna and Ajith Kumar on Padma Bhushan honors

Nandamuri and Allu Arjun

Allu Arjun recently congratulated two legendary South Indian actors, Nandamuri Balakrishna and Ajith Kumar, for being awarded the Padma Bhushan, one of India’s highest civilian honors. The recognition was announced on Republic Day, January 26, 2025, and Allu Arjun took to Instagram to express his admiration for their contributions to Indian cinema.

In his Instagram story, Allu Arjun wrote heartfelt messages for both stars, congratulating Balakrishna for his significant impact on Telugu cinema and praising Ajith Kumar for his inspiring and commendable achievements. He mentioned that the Padma Bhushan recognition was truly well-deserved by both actors, acknowledging their long and successful careers in the film industry.

Nandamuri and Allu Arjun

Along with congratulating Balakrishna and Ajith Kumar, Allu Arjun also expressed his appreciation for other Padma Bhushan recipients, such as actress Shobana, filmmaker Shekhar Kapur, and actor Anant Nag. He shared that he was overjoyed to see these exceptional individuals being recognized for their contributions to the arts.

Ajith Kumar, in his response, expressed deep gratitude through a message shared by his manager, thanking the President, Prime Minister, and his family for their continuous support over the years. He specifically mentioned how his wife and children have been his strength.

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Allu Arjun, known for his role in the global hit Pushpa 2: The Rule also mentioned his ongoing work in the Pushpa franchise. The film’s success has made him an even more prominent figure in Indian cinema. As the anticipation for Pushpa 3: The Rampage grows, Allu Arjun continues to celebrate the achievements of his peers while working on his own exciting projects.