Thiruvananthapuram, Sept. 20 -- Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan congratulated actor Mohanlal on being honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest honour in cinema.

Celebrating Mohanlal's remarkable contribution to Indian cinema, the Chief Minister wrote, "Congratulations to @Mohanlal on being honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. A truly deserving recognition for his extraordinary contributions to Indian cinema. This proud moment brings joy to every Malayali and to our nation as a whole."

Kerala Culture and Youth Affairs Minister Saji Cherian also took to his Facebook handle and penned a long note for the actor, expressing his happiness and pride.

"He is an artist who has won a place in the hearts of every Mala...