Hema Malini accepts Dharmendra's posthumous Padma Vibhushan from President Droupadi Murmu; daughter Ahana gets teary eyed

Veteran actress Hema Malini received the prestigious Padma Vibhushan on behalf of her late husband Dharmendra from President Droupadi Murmu. The honour, announced in January this year, was conferred posthumously on the legendary actor, who passed away in November last year, in recognition of his remarkable contribution to Indian cinema spanning over six decades.

Hema Malini receives the award with heavy heart

Hema Malini wore a baby pink saree as she gracefully walked to the stage to receive the prestigious award. She appeared visibly emotional and accepted the honour with a heavy heart. Ahana who was sitting in the audience got teary eyed as she saw her mother recieving award for her late father.

Hema Malini calls it an emotional moment for the entire family

Earlier, talking to Hindustan Times, Hema said, “It’s an emotional moment for me. Ahana (daughter) is with me, Esha wanted to come but could not make it here. The entire family is happy. Sunny, Bobby, everyone is aware of this and its a big moment for all of us.”

Satish Shah to receive Padma Shri and Alka Yagnik to get Padma Bhushan

The late actor Satish Shah will be posthumously recognised with the Padma Shri, honouring his memorable contributions to Indian entertainment. Best known for his beloved television shows such as ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, ‘Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi’, and ‘FIR’, he also left a lasting mark on the big screen with films like ‘Main Hoon Na’, ‘Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!’ and ‘Mujhse Shaadi Karogi’. In addition, legendary singer Alka Yagnik will be conferred the Padma Bhushan for her invaluable contribution to the Indian music industry.

President Droupadi Murmu to present 66 Padma awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Among the other personalities set to be recognised with Padma honours are Prosenjit Chatterjee, Anil Kumar Rastogi, and Arvind Vaidya. On May 24, news agency PTI confirmed that President Droupadi Murmu would present a total of 66 Padma awards at the first civil investiture ceremony of 2026, held at the Ganatantra Mandap of Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday.

Dharmendra, the He-Man of Indian Cinema, passed away at the age of 89

Dharmendra, fondly remembered as the He-Man of Indian Cinema, breathed his last in Mumbai on November 24, 2025, at the age of 89.