A titan appreciates another! On Sunday, Chiranjeevi took to social media to congratulate the Malayalam legend Mohanlal after he was named the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the country’s highest film honour.

Sharing a photograph of the two warmly embracing, Chiranjeevi wrote, “My dear Lalettan @Mohanlal, heartfelt congratulations on being honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Your remarkable journey and iconic performances have enriched Indian cinema. Truly a well-deserved recognition.”

The post struck a chord with fans, many of whom flooded the comments to celebrate the duo’s friendship as much as the honour itself. Netizens wrote that Chiranjeevi’s public show of affection underscores how warm it is to see stars of such stature openly champion each other’s craft. Both veterans have long set an example of mutual respect in the respective industries.

On the professional front, Mohanlal is gearing up for a packed season. His next outing, Vrusshabha, a multilingual period epic, is lined up for a Diwali release on October 16. Meanwhile, his recent feel-good drama Hridayapoorvam, which enjoyed a decent theatrical run, is headed to digital premiere on September 26. The actor is also expected to begin shooting Drishyam 3, the much-awaited continuation of the blockbuster thriller franchise.

Chiranjeevi, meanwhile, has multiple projects lined up. With Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu scheduled to arrive for Sankranthi 2026 and Vishwambhara in the pipeline, the Megastar is lining up what promises to be a festival year for his fans.