Allu Arjun celebrates Padma Awards 2026; salutes late Dharmendra and Mammootty for National honors

Allu Arjun recently celebrated the recipients of the Padma Awards 2026. ‘Pushpa’ star congratulated all the winners and added a special message for each. He shared his respect and pride on his social media handle. Allu Arjun wrote, “Heartiest congratulations to all the Padma Award winners for this prestigious national honour.” He also mentioned everyone’s name.Allu Arjun gave a special salute to legendary actor Dharmendra. He wrote, “A special salute to #Dharmendra ji on receiving the Padma Vibhushan.” He also congratulated Mammootty for his long journey in cinema. His note read, “Congratulations to #Mammootty garu on the Padma Bhushan, for his unparalleled contribution to Indian cinema.” He also praised R Madhavan. Along with cinema stars, he congratulated sportspersons Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur. He wrote, “Congratulations to #Madhavan garu, #Rohitsharma garu and #HarmanpreetKaur garu on being conferred the Padma Shri, recognising excellence, leadership and lasting impact in their respective fields.” Allu Arjun called it a proud day for Telugu cinema. He congratulated Rajendra Prasad and Murali Mohan. His words were, “A proud moment for Telugu cinema as #Rajendra Prasad garu & #Murali Mohan garu receive the Padma Shri, honouring decades of remarkable contribution to Tollywood. Respect.” The Padma Awards 2026 were announced on the eve of Republic Day. Late veteran actor Dharmendra received the Padma Vibhushan posthumously. Mammootty got the Padma Bhushan. R Madhavan, Murali Mohan and Rajendra Prasad received the Padma Shri.On the work front, Allu Arjun, after the grand success of ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ is now working with ‘Jawan’ director Atlee. The movie is a sci-fi action thriller, which is tentatively named ‘AA22xA6’. He has also signed a project with Tamil star director Lokesh Kanagaraj for ‘AA23’.