Veteran actor Anant Nag is set to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his contribution to Indian cinema, with the government announcement made by India’s Press Information Bureau. Multiple outlets report that the award is scheduled to be presented at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony on September 22, 2026 in Kevadia, Gujarat.
All the reports cite Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public congratulatory message following the selection. Modi praises Nag’s decades-long performances and versatility, describing his work as leaving a lasting mark on Indian cinema, particularly Kannada cinema. The outlets generally align on the broad basis for the honour—Nag’s enduring career and impact across languages—while differing mainly in the emphasis placed on his regional legacy and biographical details.
Some coverage includes additional context about Nag’s filmography and television work, including the Doordarshan series Malgudi Days, and references his recognition such as the Padma Bhushan. Overall, the accounts converge on the selection, the presentation date and location, and Modi’s congratulatory remarks.
