Ajith Kumar To Receive Padma Bhushan Today, Heads To Delhi For The Ceremony
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Ajith Kumar will receive the Padma Bhushan from President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on April 28, 2025.
Ajith Kumar was conferred the prestigious Padma Bhushan in January 2025. Now, the actor is set to receive the honour personally from the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi. Reports confirm that Ajith, along with his wife Shalini and children, has already flown to the national capital to attend the ceremony on April 28, 2025.
Ajith Kumar is gearing up for a week of double celebrations. On Monday, he will be honoured with the Padma Bhushan, and just a few days later, he'll celebrate his birthday on May 1.
Ajith Kumar was conferred the prestigious recognition on January 25. In the wake of this monumental achievement, he expressed his heartfelt gratitude by sharing a touching note on X, thanking everyone who supported him along the way.
Ajith wrote on X (formerly Twitter), 'I am deeply humbled and honoured to receive the esteemed Padma Award by the President of India. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu and the Honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for this prestigious honour. It is a privilege to be recognized at such a level and I am truly grateful for this generous acknowledgement of my contributions to our nation."
The actor mentioned, 'At the same time, I am mindful that this recognition is not just a personal accolade but a testament to the collective efforts and support of many. I would like to express my sincere thanks to the members of the film industry, including my distinguished seniors, various peers, and untold others. Your inspiration, collaboration, and support have been instrumental in my journey, including the pursuit of my passion in other areas as well."
'I would like to express my sincere thanks to the members of the film industry, including my distinguished seniors, various peers, and untold others. Your inspiration, collaboration, and support have been instrumental in my journey, including the pursuit of my passion in other areas as well," a part of his note read.
I am deeply humbled and honoured to receive the esteemed Padma Award by the President of India.I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu and the Honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for this prestigious honour. It is a…
— Suresh Chandra (@SureshChandraa) January 25, 2025
'I am also grateful for the kind support, over the years, of the motor racing fraternity and the sports pistol and rifle shooting community. I thank the Madras Motor Sports Club (MMSC), the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI), the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT), the National Rifle Association of India, and the Chennai Rifle Club for their encouragement of sports and the community of sportspersons," he added.
The actor had a special message for his family. He wrote, 'To my family and friends: Your love and support have been both a refuge and a source of strength. Thank you! I wish my late father had lived to see this day. Yet, I like to think he would be proud that his spirit and legacy live on in all that I do. I want to thank my mother for her unconditional love and the sacrifices that enabled me to become all that I could be."
Ajith had recently secured second place at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit in Belgium. Ajith Kumar has also secured victories in three races at the 24H Racing Series, competing in Dubai, Italy, Portugal, and Belgium.
Meanwhile, a total of 139 names were announced- seven for Padma Vibhushan, 19 for Padma Bhushan, and 113 for Padma Shri. The awardees were recognised for their excellence in diverse fields like art, social work, science, medicine, and more, highlighting their contributions across various sectors.
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