Padma Shri Awardee Rajendra Prasad Meets Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, Expresses Gratitude

Veteran actor and Padma Shri awardee Dr. Rajendra Prasad paid a courtesy visit to Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Wednesday. The meeting highlighted mutual respect and appreciation, with the senior actor formally thanking the Deputy CM for his role in recommending his name for the prestigious national honour.

During the interaction, Dr. Rajendra Prasad expressed gratitude for the consistent encouragement and support extended by Pawan Kalyan throughout the process. The Deputy CM, in turn, warmly felicitated the actor and congratulated him on receiving the Padma Shri.

Speaking on the occasion, Pawan Kalyan said the honour bestowed on Rajendra Prasad was a moment of pride for the Telugu film industry and Telugu people at large. He noted that the actor’s contribution to cinema—especially through his distinctive humour and memorable performances—has influenced generations of audiences. The award, he said, was well deserved and long overdue.

Responding, Dr. Rajendra Prasad thanked the Deputy Chief Minister and the state government for their backing and goodwill. He described the recognition as a significant milestone in his career and said the affection shown by peers and leaders made the honour even more meaningful.