Tamil actor Ajith Kumar received the prestigious Padma Bhushan award on January 25th, 2025. He expressed deep gratitude to the President and Prime Minister of India. Ajith dedicated the award to his late father, mother, family, and industry peers, acknowledging their support. He also thanked fans for their unwavering love.
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