Thiruvananthapuram, Sept. 21 -- Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar personally extended his heartfelt congratulations to legendary actor Mohanlal, who has been selected for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023, the highest honour in Indian cinema.
The Governor conveyed his wishes during a video call while travelling on the Vande Bharat Express, after learning about Mohanlal's award. Film producer Sandeep Senan, who was in the same coach, immediately connected the Governor with the superstar. Mohanlal expressed his gratitude and has been invited to meet the Governor at Raj Bhavan upon his arrival in Thiruvananthapuram.
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