Here is a list of some recent winners of the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, which honors significant contributions to Indian cinema:
- Rekha (2023) – Recognized for her outstanding work in Indian cinema over decades.
- Asha Parekh (2022) – Honored for her exceptional contributions as an actress and her impact on Hindi cinema.
- Rajinikanth (2021) – A legendary actor in Tamil cinema, awarded for his illustrious career spanning decades.
- Amitabh Bachchan (2018) – Celebrated for his iconic performances and lasting influence in Bollywood.
- Vinod Khanna (2017) – Posthumously awarded for his impressive body of work in Hindi films.
- Kasinathuni Viswanath (2016) – Recognized for his directorial excellence in Telugu cinema.
- Manoj Kumar (2015) – Celebrated for his acting and filmmaking, especially for his patriotic themes.
- Shashi Kapoor (2014) – Honored for his contributions as an actor and producer in Hindi cinema
- Gulzar (2013) – Awarded for his poetic lyrics, screenwriting, and directing in Indian cinema.
- Pran (2012) – Acknowledged for his iconic villainous roles and versatile acting.