Veteran actor Anant Nag has been honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024 at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony held in Kevadia, Gujarat, on 22 September 2026. The award recognizes his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema over a career spanning more than five decades. Renowned for his versatile performances, Anant Nag has made a significant contribution to Kannada cinema and has also worked in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Marathi films. His notable work includes Malgudi Days. The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India’s highest honor in cinema, recognizing individuals whose work has enriched Indian filmmaking and left a lasting mark on the industry.