Overview

• Ajith Kumar was formally awarded the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian honor, on April 28, 2025, by President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi.
• The award recognizes his remarkable achievements in both the Indian film industry and competitive sports, including motorsport racing and shooting.
• Ajith expressed gratitude to the President, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his family, industry peers, and fans in a heartfelt statement following the ceremony.
• He joins other notable Padma Bhushan recipients this year, including filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and actor Nandamuri Balakrishna, highlighting the broad recognition of Indian cinema.
• Ajith’s career spans over three decades with more than 60 films, alongside accomplishments as a racing team owner and State-level shooting champion.