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Why Mammootty, Alka Yagnik didn’t receive the honour on May 25?

Why Mammootty, Alka Yagnik didn’t receive the honour on May 25?

One of the highest civilian Awards of the country, Padma Awards 2026, were conferred in three categories, namely, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri on Monday, May 25. President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious civilian honours upon the recipients at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of the Prime Minister, Home Minister and other dignitaries. The Awards are presented to notables in various disciplines, including art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, civil service, etc.  Dharmendra and Prosenjit Chatterjee conferred with Padma Awards 2026 Veteran actor Dharmendra was conferred with the Padma Vibhushan posthumously. The actor, who passed away at the age of 89 on November 24, 2025, remains one of the most legendary actors in Indian cinema. His wife, Hema Malini, received the Padma Vibhushan on his behalf. Their daughter, Ahana Deol, was also present at the ceremony and was seen getting visibly emotional.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their …

Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Satish Shah honoured posthumously; Mammootty, R Madhavan, Alka Yagnik conferred

Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Satish Shah honoured posthumously; Mammootty, R Madhavan, Alka Yagnik conferred

India’s biggest civilian honours, the Padma Awards, were presented at a ceremony in Delhi on Monday evening. Celebrated names from cinema, music and theatre were conferred with the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. Dharmendra and Satish Shah were conferred with Padma awards posthumously, while stars such as R Madhavan, Mammootty and Alka Yagnik received the awards in person from President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. (Also Read: Ahana Deol breaks down as emotional Hema Malini accepts Dharmenda’s posthumous Padma Vibhushan at Padma Awards 2026) Padma Awards 2026: Hema Malini received Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan from President of India. Posthumous Padma awards for Dharmendra, Satish Shah Dharmendra was conferred with a posthumous Padma Vibhushan, which was received by Hema Malini on Monday. Satish Shah was conferred the Padma Shri, and adman Piyush Pandey was conferred the Padma Bhushan. Yumnam Jatra Singh of Manipur and R Krishnan from Tamil Nadu were also conferred the Padma Shri. Dharmendra had a career spanning 65 years and died on November 24 last year, days before his 90th birthday. He …

Padma Awards 2026: Hema Malini accepts Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan; Mammootty honoured | Bollywood News

Padma Awards 2026: Hema Malini accepts Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan; Mammootty honoured | Bollywood News

3 min readMay 25, 2026 05:36 PM IST Padma Awards 2026: President Droupadi Murmu presented the Padma Awards 2026 to the winners during an event held at the Ganatantra Mandap in Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, on Monday, May 25. The event was attended by Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, among others. On the occasion, the President honoured iconic Bollywood actor Dharmendra, who passed away in November 2025, with a posthumous Padma Vibhushan. His second wife, actor-politician Hema Malini, accepted the award on his behalf, appearing visibly emotional. On the Padma Awards’ official website, he was cited as “one of the most versatile and successful actors in the history of the Hindi film industry. Popularly known as the ‘He-Man’ of Bollywood. [He] left an indelible influence through 300 films.” Dharmendra was conferred with the Padma Bhushan in 2012. #WATCH | Delhi | Padma Vibhushan awarded to legendary veteran actor late Dharmendra by President Droupadi Murmu BJP MP Hema Malini received the honour awarded to her late husband and …

Alka Yagnik opens up about her hearing disorder, says she is ‘still suffering’: ‘Composers approach me, but I am unable to do it’ | Music News

Alka Yagnik opens up about her hearing disorder, says she is ‘still suffering’: ‘Composers approach me, but I am unable to do it’ | Music News

3 min readMumbaiMar 31, 2026 01:46 PM IST Playback singer Alka Yagnik has been a celebrated name in Bollywood since the 1990s. Having sung over 22,000 songs, Alka has won two national awards and was also conferred with a Padma Bhushan. While her last project was Amar Singh Chamkila in 2024, Alka has not been able to take up many singing projects since. In June 2024, she spoke about suffering from a rare hearing disorder, and now, in an interview with NDTV, she revealed that she is still suffering from it. Alka Yagnik ‘still suffering’ from a rare hearing disorder Sharing an update on her health, Alka told NDTV that she “still suffers” from the rare hearing disorder. She shard that she has not been able to take up any new assignments due to her illness. “Composers approach me now and then. But I am not able to do it,” Alka added. In 2024, Alka Yagnik wrote a long post on Instagram sharing that she was diagnosed with a rare hearing disorder. She had written, …

Alka Yagnik is unable to take up new singing assignments due to battle with rare hearing disorder: ‘Still suffering’

Alka Yagnik is unable to take up new singing assignments due to battle with rare hearing disorder: ‘Still suffering’

In 2024, veteran playback singer Alka Yagnik shocked fans after revealing she was battling a rare hearing disorder, prompting her to step away from the spotlight. Now, in a new health update, the singer has admitted that she is “still suffering” from the condition. Earlier this year, Alka Yagnik was awarded the Padma Bhushan honour by the Government of India. Alka Yagnik on rare hearing disorder In an interview with NDTV, the singer shared a fresh update about her battle with the rare sensory neural nerve hearing loss diagnosis. The report stated that the singer was reluctant to talk about it, and went on to mention that she admitted that she is “still suffering” from the illness. It is because of her illness that she has not taken up any new assignments. “Composers approach me now and then. But I am not able to do it,” Alka said in the interview. Her voice was last heard in Imtiaz Ali’s Amar Singh Chamkila, which was released in 2024, where she sang Naram Kaalja, composed by A.R. …

R. Madhavan, Alka Yagnik, and others react to the historic win [Video]

R. Madhavan, Alka Yagnik, and others react to the historic win [Video]

Padma Awards 2026: R. Madhavan, Alka Yagnik, and others react to the historic win [Video] Home Videos Padma Awards 2026: R. Madhavan, Alka Yagnik, and others react to the historic win [Video] The Padma Awards 2026 celebrated excellence across arts, cinema, and public service. R. Madhavan was honoured with the Padma Shri for his outstanding contributions to Indian cinema, while veteran actor Dharmendra received the Padma Vibhushan for his lifetime achievements. Watch the video to know more. By: Video Desk  |  Published: January 27, 2026 3:00 PM IST Padma Awards 2026 reveals India’s finest talent from cinema, arts, literature, and public service whose efforts have created a greater social impact. One of the winners was R. Madhavan was awarded the Padma Shri for his work in Indian films. This reflects his overall versatility as an actor and his influence on contemporary cinema. Bollywood stalwart Dharmendra has won the Padma Vibhushan award for his ongoing contributions, adding another feather to his illustrious cap. Madhavan was overwhelmed and said …

Alka Yagnik and daughter Syesha Kapoor buy Rs 11.5 crore luxury apartment in Mumbai in the same building where they live | Music News

Alka Yagnik and daughter Syesha Kapoor buy Rs 11.5 crore luxury apartment in Mumbai in the same building where they live | Music News

In a move that blends luxury with familiarity, celebrated playback singer Alka Yagnik and her daughter Syesha Kapoor have sealed the deal on a premium apartment in Mumbai’s Andheri West for Rs 11.5 crore. The property, spanning a generous 2,297 square feet, is nestled in the upscale Oberoi Sky Heights — a tower Yagnik already calls home. Registered officially on April 15, the transaction included a stamp duty payment of Rs 57.5 lakh, as per documents sourced via IndexTap. This isn’t a leap into the unknown for the mother-daughter pair. It’s more of a vertical expansion within the Lokhandwala landmark that Yagnik seems to favour. Other than her, residents in the building include Rahul Vaidya, Himesh Reshammiya, Shriya Saran, and Farah Khan.  But while the purchase reflects confidence in Mumbai’s premium property belt, it also arrives at a time when the city’s luxury real estate market is walking a fine line between exuberance and excess. Story continues below this ad Also Read | Alka Yagnik reveals she has been diagnosed with ‘rare hearing loss’, cautions …

When Alka Yagnik reacted to Osama bin Laden being her fan: ‘Osama bin Laden jo bhi hai, jaisa bhi hai…’

When Alka Yagnik reacted to Osama bin Laden being her fan: ‘Osama bin Laden jo bhi hai, jaisa bhi hai…’

Mar 17, 2025 06:42 PM IST According to reports, the CIA found several recordings of Alka Yagnik’s songs in Osama bin Laden’s hideout in 2011 Films are one of the greatest sources of entertainment. But a major aspect that sets Indian cinema apart from the rest is the music. Not only do the songs evoke emotions but also add more depth to any scene or moment in a movie. And when it comes to music, singer Alka Yagnik is one of the best in the business with an unmatched record not only in India but also Pakistan. She has always been a top choice, not just for filmmakers but also audiences. Well, reports suggest that the late Osama bin Laden, world’s most dreaded terrorist and former leader of al Qaeda, was also in the list of her many fans. Osama bin Laden was reportedly a big fan of Alka Yagnik’s songs According to reports, when the CIA raided Osama bin Laden’s hideout in Abbottabad in 2011, they found several recordings of Alka Yagnik’s songs among …

Alka Yagnik breaks silence on Osama Bin Laden’s obsession with her songs: ‘Pasand hai toh phir…’

Alka Yagnik breaks silence on Osama Bin Laden’s obsession with her songs: ‘Pasand hai toh phir…’

Alka Yagnik is one of the most loved singers in Bollywood who still enjoys a massive fan base. During the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s, the singer made everyone fall in love with her melodious voice. She has lent her voice to every top actress of these eras, but did you know that Osama Bin Laden was also a big fan of the singer? Yes, Alka was shared this information recently and was caught off guard on being told about it. Also Read – Udit Narayan’s viral videos of kissing Alka Yagnik and Shreya Ghoshal spark outrage; netizens demand, ‘Please cancel his Padma…’ On May 2, 2011, a US military conducted a raid on an al-Qa’ida compound in Abbottabad and killed him. They had also seized several playlists at his place, which included songs by Alka Yagnik, Udit Narayan, and Kumar Sanu. Some of the songs that Osama Bin Laden had of the singer included Dil Tera Aashiq, Ajnabi Mujhko Itna Bata, Tu Chand Hai, and several others. Also Read – Udit Narayan breaks silence …

Rekha leaves Hrithik Roshan blushing, kisses Alka Yagnik and shares a heartwarming moment with Jackie Shroff; watch viral videos

Rekha leaves Hrithik Roshan blushing, kisses Alka Yagnik and shares a heartwarming moment with Jackie Shroff; watch viral videos

Last evening, a party that was held to celebrate the success of The Roshans – the documentary – which narrates the journey of the Roshan family – turned into a spotlight moment for veteran actress Rekha. The bash saw the presence of Hrithik Roshan, Rakesh Roshan, Sunaina Roshan, Pinky Roshan, Pashmina Roshan among many others. Even though several celebrities showed up to be a part of the grand success, Rekha ensured all eyes were on her. She commanded attention with her striking looks and mannerisms. Also Read – Bollywood News Wrap: Salman Khan’s shocking near-death experience; Rekha borrows Priyanka Chopra’s necklace; Sara-Ibrahim shine at friend’s wedding Several videos of Rekha from the event have gone viral on social media. In one of the videos, we see her posing with Hrithik Roshan and Rakesh Roshan. The trio posing together reminded fans of Koi Mil Gaya. Rekha also left the Greek God of Bollywood blushing as she pointed at his face saying ‘Yahi jaadu hai (He is magic)’. In another video from the success bash of The …