Legendary
actor
and politician
Vijayakanth
was conferred the
Padma Bhushan
posthumously. In honoring Vijayayakanth's inspirational contribution to cinema and politics, the government of India has announced Padma Bhushan for the late actor. Supporters of Vijayakanth expressed joy over the recognition bestowed upon their beloved star. However, a few netizens also opined that the honour would have been more beautiful if it had been awarded when the actor-politician was alive.
Viyakanth passed away in December, last year (2023).
In the list of 132, 8 individuals from Tamil Nadu have been announced for Padma awards. Veteran actress and politician
Vyjayanthimala
and
Chiranjeevi
were conferred with the Padma Vibhushan.
Highlights from some of the 2023 Padma awardees List
Every year, the Government of India presents Padma Awards to individuals who excel in various fields. Accordingly, Padma awards like
Padma Shri
, Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan, and others have been announced for the year 2024. A total of 132 people have been awarded Padma awards. This award has been announced for people, who have made outstanding contributions in the fields of art, literature, sports, medicine, etc.
Meanwhile, Vijayakanth has acted in over 160 films in Tamil films. After suffering from ill health for the last few years, Vijayakanth passed away on December 28, 2023 morning, and he was cremated with state honors. Several celebrities and his legion of fans attended the funeral.
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