New Delhi, June 23 -- It's a special day for actor R Madhavan as President Droupadi Murmu felicitated him with the prestigious Padma Shri award at the Civil Investiture Ceremony-II.

Madhavan received the award from the President at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of his wife, Sarita, and son, Vedaant. As he walked onto the stage to accept the honour, the duo stood up and applauded with pride.

In January 2026, Madhavan was named among the recipients of the Padma Shri.

Reacting to the honour, he dedicated the award to his family, crediting their unwavering support and faith in him as the foundation of his achievements.

"I accept the Padma Shri with profound gratitude and humility. This honour, bestowed upon me, is beyond my wildest d...